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.

In what condition are all before they are quickened with Christ?
In what working of God is faith to be exercised in connection with baptism?
With what words did Daniel begin the interpretation of the dream?
What power mentioned in the thirteenth chapter of Revelation is to enforce this mark?
When was the union of church and state formed from which the Papacy grew?
What has God promised His children when passing through trials and afflictions?
What will he reap who sows to the Spirit?

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