Biblical meekness that inherits the earth

<p>Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Matthew 5:5</p><p>What I would like to do today is to look at the two main aspects of this principle of Yeshua: what the Bible says this meekness or gentleness is, and then to review what inheriting the earth is all about.</p><p>Looking at some modern definitions of the word "meek" present us with ideas like "easily imposed on" or "overly submissive." Words like "weak, timid, soft, and yielding" are also considered modern synonyms.</p><p>What Yeshua is expressing here when he says the meek shall inherit the earth is certainly not timidity or weakness, but rather strength that is under complete control, having the ability to demonstrate great power without harshness. This is a vital ingredient in the make up of the integrity of a believer.</p><p>This is a non-intuitive way of viewing power in general, as we typically associate power with directness and abruptness of absolute authority or influence. However, the quality spoken of here is one of constancy of purpose and direction, yet having the ability to convey that definitive purpose in a way that is steady and unyielding but without being severe.</p><p>When Yeshua said the meek shall inherit the earth, I believe he used this phrase of inheriting the land metaphorically, applying it directly to the kingdom that emanates from heaven. This can be demonstrated by looking at the immediate context of the teaching of meekness within the Sermon on the Mount:</p><p>Mat 5:3 Blessed [are] the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. ... 5 Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth [land]. ... 10 Blessed [are] they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.</p><p>Therefore, if Yeshua used references to the land inheritance to metaphorically stand for the Kingdom, then I believe we can also. God gave national Israel (physical descendants of Abraham) the Land; he gives believers (spiritual descendants of Abraham) the Kingdom.</p><p>Here are some helpful