Genesis 47:10

Jacob blessed Pharaoh and went out.

He blessed the king at the beginning of their interview. He blesses him again when he departs. The blessing was his salutation. The salutations of many lands are, in their origin,. blessing. The Spaniard says to. friend when he meets him, "God be with you." We say, "Fare thee well," or "Farewell," when we part from. friend. Our "Good morning," "Good evening," "Good bye," etc., are all blessings in their origin. Nor is it uncommon for. pious man to part with one with. fervent "God bless you."