And the king turned his face about, and blessed all the congregation of Israel: (and all the congregation of Israel stood;)
Then the king turned around and blessed the entire assembly of Israel, while everyone in the assembly remained standing.
King Solomon turned to face all the people of Israel who had gathered and spoke a blessing over them while they stood respectfully.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context, 1 Kings 8 describes the dedication of the Temple in Jerusalem by King Solomon, which was a pivotal event in Israel's history as it established a permanent place for God's presence among His people. After placing the Ark of the Covenant inside the Temple, Solomon turned to address and bless the assembled congregation of Israel, symbolizing national unity and devotion. This moment occurred during Solomon's prosperous reign, around 970-930 BC, highlighting the fulfillment of God's promises to David.
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