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 was God's design in thus giving the Scriptures?
By what name was the cover of the ark known?
How was the opening of the judgment to be made known to the world?
Where are the Ten Commandments recorded?
What is declared to be the chief advantage possessed by the Jews?
By whom were the worlds made?
What relation do all sustain to God?

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