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.

18. When asked by the rich young man the conditions of eternal life, to what did Jesus direct his attention?
Whom did God promise to send with Israel to guide them into the promised land?
What did the wise men of the East do when they had found Jesus?
What will be the standard in the judgment?
From what time was Christ, the Word, associated with God, the Father?
Why will many not be prepared for this event?
What classes are we especially enjoined to help?

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