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 is Christ's relation to this faith?
What was the special mission of John the Baptist?
What reply did Christ make?
How are those described who heed this warning?
What power is there in the blood of this covenant?
What scene in heaven was presented to the prophet as the seventh trumpet was about to sound?
What will flow through the city?

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