Numbers 6:26
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may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’
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In this chapter we have, I. The law concerning Nazarites, 1. What it was to which the vow of a Nazarite obliged him (Num 6:1-8). 2. A remedial law in case a Nazarite happened to be polluted by the touch of a dead body (Num 6:9-12). 3. The solemnity of his discharge when his time was up (Num 6:13-21). II. Instructions given to the priests how they should bless the people (Num 6:22, etc.).
Open source ↗6:26 God’s favor—the display of his face, or countenance—refers to his approval and special attention (cp. Ps 30:7). Divine peace (Hebrew shalom) is not just the absence of conflict or violence; God’s peace brings complete well-being, health, and wholeness.
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Many ask, “Who can show us the good?” Shine the light of Your face upon us, O LORD.
The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.
You have made known to me the paths of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence.’
The God of peace be with all of you. Amen.
Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why the unease within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him for the salvation of His presence.
Again Jesus said to them, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent Me, so also I am sending you.”