be blessed with (something)
To possess something very beneficial, such as an ability, quality, or general state of well-being, because of fate or good fortune. My brother has been blessed with athletic abilities that the rest of us kids seriously lack. We should never forget that we have been blessed with wealth, and so we have to use it to do good in the world. Not all of my students are blessed with a real aptitude for science, but you are. I'd consider majoring in Biology, if I were you.
bless (one) with (something)
1. To bestow something favorable upon someone, as of a gift from God. The Lord has blessed us with fine weather during the harvest season. I can't believe God has blessed us with three beautiful, healthy children! God blessed the Israelites with manna from heaven after they fled Egypt.
2. To anoint someone with something during a religious ritual. The priest blessed the baby with holy oil during the baptism ceremony. After my confession, the priest blessed me with the sign of the cross. My mother is not doing well at all. I think we should have a priest come and bless her with last rites.
blessed
A common hashtag on social media posts that may accompany a sincere expression of gratitude or may be used comically or as an attempt to mask bragging. It is sometimes spoken, usually humorously. How awesome is my new apartment?! #blessed My mom came over with chicken soup tonight because I wasn't feeling well. She's the best, hashtag blessed. Well, this adorable infant just puked on me. #blessed
blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed
proverb Having high expectations often leads to disappointment when the desired result does not occur, so keeping expectations low will save one from being disappointed. I promised myself I wouldn't get my hopes up, so when I found out that my first-choice school had rejected me, I was actually OK with it. Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed. We all had high expectations, but the celebrated soprano simply was not in voice during last night's performance of the opera. I guess I should have taken my mother's advice to heart: "Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed." You do have to set your sights high if you want to have a fulfilling life, but it's also important to remember, "Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed."
blessed with (something)
Possessing something beneficial, such as a positive ability, quality, or general state of welfare. The phrase implies that such a thing was bestowed by a deity or through good fortune. My brother has been blessed with athletic abilities that the rest of us kids seriously lack. We should never forget that we have been blessed with wealth, and with that comes the responsibility to do good with it. Not all of my students are blessed with a real aptitude for science, but you are. I'd consider majoring in Biology, if I were you.
it is better to give than to receive
proverb It is more virtuous to give or yield something than to receive something. The idea is Biblical in origin. It is better to give than to receive, so we're going to donate these dolls to people who are less fortunate. Right, honey? A: "Mom says it's better to give than to receive." B: "Yeah, because she wants us to stop nagging her about things we want for Christmas!" A: "You gave all that money to charity?" B: "Eh, it's not a big deal. It is better to give than to receive anyway."
it is more blessed to give than to receive
proverb It is more virtuous to give or yield something than to receive something. The phrase comes from the Bible's Acts of the Apostles. It is more blessed to give than to receive, so we're going to donate these dolls to people who are less fortunate. Right, honey? A: "Mom says it's more blessed to give than to receive." B: "Yeah, because she wants us to stop nagging her about things we want for Christmas!" A: "You gave all that money to charity?" B: "Eh, it's not a big deal. It is more blessed to give than to receive anyway."
the blessed event
The birth of a baby. She's almost nine months pregnant, so the blessed event will be happening very soon!
too blessed to be stressed
Used to downplay or shift focus from one's feelings of stress by instead considering all that one has to be grateful for. Sure, having three little kids at home is overwhelming, but when I consider that they're all happy and healthy, I remind myself that I'm too blessed to be stressed. I used to say "I'm too blessed to be stressed," but I found that speaking honestly about my feelings was a much more effective way to alleviate them.
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blessed event
Fig. the birth of a child. My sister is expecting a blessed event sometime in May. The young couple anxiously awaited the blessed event.
Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.
Prov. If you do not expect good things to happen, you will not be disappointed when they fail to happen. Ellen: This is going to be the best vacation we've ever had; we're going to have fun every minute of every day. Fred: Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed. Jill: Do you think you'll win the contest? Jane: I like to keep in mind that blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.
It is better to give than to receive.
and It is more blessed to give than to receive.Prov. It is more virtuous to give things than to get them. (Biblical.) Susan told her children, "Instead of thinking so much about what you want for your birthday, think about what to give your brothers and sisters for their birthdays. Remember, it is better to give than to receive." Our charity encourages you to share the good things you have. It is more blessed to give than to receive.
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