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.

Whom did God promise to send with Israel to guide them into the promised land?
Why did John write his testimony concerning God's love and purpose in giving Christ?
What did Christ say of those who rejected John's message?
14. What was the next step in their plan to secure lawful authority to carry out their unlawful purpose?
What announcement immediately follows the judgment-hour message of Rev. 14: 6,7?
What are we admonished not to do?
When our friends fall asleep in death, with what words are we told to comfort one another?

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