1 Kings 8:14

King James Version:

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And the king turned his face about, and blessed all the congregation of Israel: (and all the congregation of Israel stood;)

Complete Jewish Bible:

Then the king turned around and blessed the whole community of Isra'el. The whole community of Isra'el stood

Berean Standard Bible:

And as the whole assembly of Israel stood there, the king turned around and blessed them all

American Standard Version:

And the king turned his face about, and blessed all the assembly of Israel: and all the assembly of Israel stood.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And the king^{H4428} turned^{H5437} his face^{H6440} about^{H5437}, and blessed^{H1288} all the congregation^{H6951} of Israel^{H3478}:(and all the congregation^{H6951} of Israel^{H3478} stood^{H5975};)

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Commentary for 1 Kings 8:14

1 Kings 8:14 is a verse that captures a pivotal moment in the history of ancient Israel. The setting is the dedication of the newly built Temple in Jerusalem, an event of profound religious and national significance. King Solomon, the son of David, has completed the construction of this grand edifice, which is to be the central place of worship for the Israelites and the dwelling place of God's Name on earth.

In this verse, after the Ark of the Covenant has been brought into the Holy of Holies, King Solomon turns to face the congregation of Israel. This act of turning symbolizes a shift from the sacred, intimate encounter with the divine presence within the Temple to addressing the gathered people. Solomon then blesses the entire assembly, an act that signifies his role not only as a political leader but also as a spiritual intermediary between God and the people.

The verse reflects themes of unity, divine presence, and the role of the monarchy in Israel's theology. It underscores the importance of the Temple as a focal point for worship and national identity. The congregation's response—standing in reverence—highlights the solemnity and communal participation in this historic occasion. This event marks a high point in Israel's history, a time when the nation is politically stable, religiously focused, and united under the leadership of Solomon, whose wisdom and wealth are legendary. The dedication of the Temple is a moment of national celebration and dedication to God, embodying the hopes and aspirations of the Israelite people.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H4428
   There are 1922 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מֶלֶךְ
   Transliteration: melek
   Pronunciation: meh'-lek
   Description: from מָלַךְ; a king; king, royal.
   
2. Strong's Number: H5437
   There are 147 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: סָבַב
   Transliteration: çâbab
   Pronunciation: saw-bab'
   Description: a primitive root; to revolve, surround, or border; used in various applications, literally and figuratively; bring, cast, fetch, lead, make, walk, [idiom] whirl, [idiom] round about, be about on every side, apply, avoid, beset (about), besiege, bring again, carry (about), change, cause to come about, [idiom] circuit, (fetch a) compass (about, round), drive, environ, [idiom] on every side, beset (close, come, compass, go, stand) round about, inclose, remove, return, set, sit down, turn (self) (about, aside, away, back).
   
3. Strong's Number: H6440
   There are 1890 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: פָּנִים
   Transliteration: pânîym
   Pronunciation: paw-neem'
   Description: plural (but always as singular) of an unused noun פָּנֶה; from פָּנָה); the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposition (before, etc.); [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you.
   
4. Strong's Number: H1288
   There are 289 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בָרַךְ
   Transliteration: bârak
   Pronunciation: baw-rak'
   Description: a primitive root; to kneel; by implication to bless God (as an act of adoration), and (vice-versa) man (as a benefit); also (by euphemism) to curse (God or the king, as treason); [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank.
   
5. Strong's Number: H6951
   There are 116 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קָהָל
   Transliteration: qâhâl
   Pronunciation: kaw-hawl'
   Description: from קָהַל; assemblage (usually concretely); assembly, company, congregation, multitude.
   
6. Strong's Number: H3478
   There are 2229 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יִשְׂרָאֵל
   Transliteration: Yisrâʼêl
   Pronunciation: yis-raw-ale'
   Description: from שָׂרָה and אֵל; he will rule as God; Jisrael, a symbolical name of Jacob; also (typically) of his posterity; Israel.
   
7. Strong's Number: H5975
   There are 495 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עָמַד
   Transliteration: ʻâmad
   Pronunciation: aw-mad'
   Description: a primitive root; to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive); abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry.