1 Kings 1:47

Modern English Version

Moreover, the king’s servants came to bless our lord King David, saying, ‘May God make the name of Solomon better than your name and make his throne greater than your throne.’ And the king bowed himself upon the bed.

Cross References

Genesis 47:31

And he said, “Swear to me,” and he swore to him. Then Israel bowed himself at the head of his bed.

2 Samuel 21:3

David said to the Gibeonites, “What must I do for you, and with what may I appease you that you may bless the inheritance of the Lord?”

2 Samuel 8:10

Toi sent his son Joram to King David to greet him and bless him on account of his fighting with Hadadezer and his defeat of him, for Hadadezer was an opponent of Toi. Joram brought with him implements of silver, gold, and bronze,

1 Kings 1:37

As the Lord has been with my lord the king, may He also be with Solomon and make his throne greater than the throne of my lord King David.”

Ezra 6:10

so that they may offer acceptable sacrifices to the God of heaven, as well as pray for the life of the king and of his sons.

Exodus 12:32

Also take your flocks and your herds, as you have said, and be gone, and bless me also.”

Luke 19:38

saying: “ ‘Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord!’ Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!”

Hebrews 11:21

By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph and worshipped while leaning on the top of his staff.