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Yahweh make his face to shine on you, and be gracious to you:
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The Smile of God
Commentators explain that God making His "face to shine" upon you is a powerful metaphor for His active, special favor. It's more than general goodwill; it's described as enjoying His presence like the "smile of a loving Father" or the "cheering beams of the sun." This blessing asks for a clear manifestation of God's love and communion with Him.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The priestly blessing () is appointed as a solemn form to be used by the priests exclusively, and in this function their office, as it were, culmin…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The Lord make his face to shine upon you Cause himself, the sun of righteousness, to arise and shine upon them, and …
The priests were solemnly to bless the people in the name of the Lord. To be under the almighty protection of God our Saviour; to enjoy his favour …
