1 Kings 8:55

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And he stood, and blessed all the congregation of Israel with a loud voice, saying,

Then the king turned around and blessed all the assembly of Israel, while all the assembly of Israel was standing.

“Speak to Aaron and his sons, saying, ‘This is the way you shall bless the Israelites. Say to them:

When David had finished offering the burnt offerings and peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of the Lord of hosts (armies),

When David had finished offering the burnt offerings and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of the Lord.