A name from Scripture
Benedict
BEN-eh-dikt
Meaning
Blessed; Well-spoken of
Latin origin · Boy
What it points to
Benedict receives the priestly blessing — the LORD's face shining, peace given, earth inherited, the blessed one upon whom God lifts His countenance.
Verses · King James Version
“For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off.”
Psalm 37:22
“The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.”
Numbers 6:24-26