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.

Into what relationship to God does His love bring us?
In order to baptize the eunuch, where did Philip take him?
What did the devout Simeon say when he saw the child Jesus?
After bringing Him to the place of crucifixion, what drink was offered Christ to stupefy Him?
To what time were the prophecies of Daniel, as a whole, to be sealed?
Are the righteous freed from afflictions in this world?
27. What wonderful promises are made to those who thus minister to the wants and distresses of others?

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