as in blessing
a prayer calling for divine care, protection, or favor
during the harbor festival the parish priest offered a benison for the local fishermen
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Enjoy a second cup of your morning brew and count your blessings.
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The two told news station KHBS/KHOG that while this experience has been surprising, it's also been a blessing for their family.
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In a separate Facebook post on Monday, Mason Motocross asked for prayers for the boy's family.
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Eyes closed and head bowed during prayer.
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The program will close with a benediction followed by a white dove release.
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Offering a ‘benediction’ for my readers from my writing desk on one of the gayest places on earth felt on-brand and honest for what my life looks like today.
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“Benison.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benison. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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