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 takes place when one is converted to Christ?
In His teaching, to what did Christ direct attention?
What did He say to the two blind men as He healed them ?
What does Neander say of the securing of these laws?
What is set forth as the basis for hope and comfort?
How is this great and dreadful day described in this same prophecy?
What courage and strength, therefore, should come to us even in the hour of affliction?

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