Hands. Thus representing the form of a cross, on which Christ redeemed us; in memory of which we still make the same sign. (Worthington) --- Them. The blessing is recorded, Numbers vi. 24. And the Lord bless thee, &c. (Menochius) --- In blessing an individual, the priest laid his hands upon him; but he stretched them out towards the multitude, as a mark of superiority.

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