The Bible verse that says who shall inherit the earth is Matthew 5:5, which states: "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth"
. This verse is part of the Beatitudes in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount and highlights that those who are meek—often understood as humble, gentle, or powerless—will receive the earth as their inheritance. The concept is also echoed in Psalm 37:11: "But the meek shall inherit the land and delight in abundant prosperity"
. Interpretations of "inherit the earth" vary. Some see it as inheriting the physical earth or land, while others interpret it as inheriting a renewed or spiritual kingdom where God reigns. The meek are contrasted with the proud or aggressive, emphasizing that humility and gentleness are virtues rewarded by God with lasting peace and possession of the earth
. In summary, according to the Bible, the meek—those who are humble and gentle—shall inherit the earth.
