1 Kings 8:55

And he stood [this does not necessarily imply that he drew nearer to the congregation, as Keil] , and blessed [cf. 2 Samuel 6:18 , and see note on 2 Samuel 6:14 . The words of blessing, which are presently given (verses 56-61), prove that he did not assume priestly functions and put any blessing upon the people, Numbers 6:27 ] all the congregation of Israel with a loud [Heb. great ] voice, saying,