And as the whole assembly of Israel stood there, the king turned around and blessed them all
Parallel translations
- WEB The king turned his face, and blessed all the assembly of Israel: and all the assembly of Israel stood.
- KJV And the king turned his face, and blessed the whole congregation of Israel: and all the congregation of Israel stood.
- NKJV Then the king turned around and blessed the whole assembly of Israel, while all the assembly of Israel was standing.
- NASB Then the king turned around and blessed all the assembly of Israel, while all the assembly of Israel was standing.
- NLT Then the king turned around to the entire community of Israel standing before him and gave this blessing:
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Quick answer
The king turned and blessed the whole assembly of Israel as they stood before him. Solomon led the people in worship and benediction.
Overview
Having addressed God, Solomon turned to bless the gathered nation. As king he acted in a priestly, mediating role, pronouncing God's favor over the people. This pointing of the people toward God's blessing foreshadows Christ, the true King who blesses and gathers his people before the Father.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 9
- 1 Kgs 8:14And as the whole assembly of Israel stood there, the king turned around and blessed them all
- 1 Chr 16:2When David had finished sacrificing the burnt offerings and peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of the LORD.
- Matt 13:2Such large crowds gathered around Him that He got into a boat and sat down, while all the people stood on the shore.
- Neh 8:5–7Ezra opened the book in full view of all the people, since he was standing above them all, and as he opened it, all the people stood up.
- 1 Kgs 8:55–61And he stood and blessed the whole assembly of Israel in a loud voice, saying:
- Josh 22:6So Joshua blessed them and sent them on their way, and they went to their homes.
- Num 6:23–27“Tell Aaron and his sons: This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them:
- 2 Chr 29:29When the offerings were completed, the king and all those present with him bowed down and worshiped.
- Luke 24:50–51When Jesus had led them out as far as Bethany, He lifted up His hands and blessed them.
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