Numbers 6:24

May the Lord send his blessing on you and keep you:

Bible in Basic English

In The King James Version

The LORD bless thee, and keep thee:

In Context

23Say to Aaron and his sons, These are the words of blessing which are to be used by you in blessing the children of Israel; say to them,

25May the light of the Lord's face be shining on you in grace:

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Cross References

Deuteronomy 28:3A blessing will be on you in the town, and a blessing in the field.

1 Samuel 2:9He will keep the feet of his holy ones, but the evil-doers will come to their end in the dark night, for by strength no man will overcome.

Psalms 28:9Be a saviour to your people, and send a blessing on your heritage: be their guide, and let them be lifted up for ever.

Psalms 121:4See, the eyes of Israel's keeper will not be shut in sleep.

Psalms 134:3May the Lord, who made heaven and earth, send you blessing out of Zion,

Isaiah 42:6I the Lord have made you the vessel of my purpose, I have taken you by the hand, and kept you safe, and I have given you to be an agreement to the people, and a light to the nations:

Matthew Henry on Numbers 6:23-27

A Form of Benediction Appointed. ( b. c. 1490.) 22 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 23 Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, saying, On this wise ye shall bless the children of Israel, saying unto them, 24 The Lord bless thee, and keep thee: 25 The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: 26 The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. 27 And they shall put my name upon the children of Israel; and I will bless them. Here, I. The priests, among other good offices which… Read the whole commentary →

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