benediction

ˌbɛnəˈdɪkʃən

A short invocation for divine help, blessing and guidance, often at the end of worship service.

"speaking, utterance", in Latin (Indo-European), Classical Period, Roman Empire

"well, good", in Latin (Indo-European), Classical Period, Roman Empire

O, look upon me, sir, And hold your hands in benediction o'er me

Shakespeare, King Lear, Act 4, Scene 7

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bénédiction /bénédiction/

French, France

benediccioun /benediccioun/

Middle English, England

benedictio /benedictio/

Classical Latin, Roman Empire

blessingThe act of invoking divine favor or consecration; a favor or gift bestowed by God