Why did Christ say the meek are blessed?

Answer

"Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth." Matt. 5: 5.
NOTE - This inheritance cannot be realized in this life; for here the truly meek generally have
little of earth's good things.

What application did Jesus make of this prophecy?
What is another evidence of divine acceptance?
What is assured to the believer in Christ?
What is the strength of sin?
While God is merciful, does this clear the guilty?
What statement did Paul make concerning his faith and manner of worship?
What plain proposition did he submit to all Israel?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle