AS we read this verse we are reminded of our Lord’s words, “Take My yoke upon you, and learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart.” Meekness is not a characteristic of ruined man who is far more likely to be lifted up in pride than to take a lowly place before God, and yet the place of meekness is the place of blessing; it is the meek who shall inherit the earth. Those who are willing to forego present enjoyment for Christ’s name’s sake find lasting blessing which never can be taken from them. The admonition to seek meekness implies the rarity of this virtue; it is found only in fellowship with Christ.
“Happy the meek, whose gentle breast,
Clear as the summer’s evening ray,
Calm as the regions of the blest.
Enjoys on earth celestial day.
His heart no broken friendships sting:
No jars his peaceful tent invade:
He rests beneath the Almighty’s wing,
Hostile to none—of none afraid.
Spirit of grace! all meek and mild,
Inspire our hearts, — our souls possess:
Repel each passion rude and wild,
And bless us, as we aim to bless.”
—Thos. Scott.