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.

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In all we do, whose glory should we have in view?
What was the special mission of John the Baptist?
At the end of this time, what was to be done to Messiah?
When did Christ say the end would come?
At this time what event is imminent?
In his dream at Bethel, what did Jacob see?

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