■ Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. (Matthew 5:5) The Greek adjective translated “meek,” means “gentle,” “humble,” “considerate,” “courteous,” and therefore exercising the self-control without which these qualities would be impossible. 1. It is important to note that in the beatitudes “the meek” come between those who mourn over sin and those who hunger and thirst after righteousness. The particular form of meekness which Christ requires in his disciples will surely have