On the eighth day he sent the people away: and they blessed the king, and went unto their tents joyful and glad of heart for all the goodness that the LORD had done for David his servant, and for Israel his people.
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
Eighth day, at the conclusion of the second octave. (Haydock)
Blessed the king, as he had done them before. The most honourable performs this office, Hebrew vii. 7. (Calmet)
The king and people wished all sorts of happiness to each other.
David. The glory of his son reflected honour on him. (Haydock)