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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What does the imputed righteousness of Christ enable God to do, and still be just?
What did Christ say of those who rejected John's message?
Why were the ancient Sunday laws demanded?
What are all admonished to do when these signs have appeared?
What did Christ tell the rich young man to do?
What will be excluded from this city?

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