bless

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During his seven-day trip, Leo will make a speech to the Spanish parliament and bless the new tower of the Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona -- now the world's tallest church.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

The passage is often invoked by Christian conservatives in the US, and is interpreted to be a call for citizens to repent and for God to bless the nation.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

“God does not bless any conflict,” the American pontiff said on X on Friday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

But I bless you all in Jesus’ name.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Behind them, the priest said, “God bless Biafra.”

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie