I. BENEDICTION. The Hebrews under this name often understand the presents which friends make to one another; in all probability because they are generally attended with blessings and compliments, both from those who give, and those who receive them. See Gen. xxxiii. 11. Jos. xv. 19. 1 Sam. xxv. 27. xxx. 26. 2 Kings v. 15, &c.
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