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A Leader's Formal Blessing
Commentators note that David's blessing of the people was a significant, formal act. By blessing "in the name of the Lord," David acted as a spiritual leader, similar to the priestly blessings in Numbers 6 or Solomon's blessing at the temple dedication. This shows a leader's responsibility to mediate God's favor to their people.
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1 Chronicles
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 16:2
19th Century
Bishop
The burnt offerings. —Heb., the burnt offering, as if one great whole burnt offering were meant. This verse is identical …
John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 16:2
17th Century
Pastor
And the remainder thereof shall Aaron and his sons eat ,
&c.] What q…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 16:1–6
17th Century
Minister
Though God's word and ordinances may be clouded and eclipsed for a time, they will shine out of obscurity. This was merely a tent, a humble dwellin…