Thematic Bible
Luke 2:1 (show verse)
Now in those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus to register all the empire for taxes.
Augustus » An important roman emperor
Augustus » Caesar augustus
Caesar » Augustus » Caesar augustus
Caesar » Augustus
Census » Of the roman empire, by caesar
Government » Imperial
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
King's decrees » Decrees of
Roman emperors » Caesar augustus
Roman empire » Ruled by » Augustus caesar
The Roman empire » Emperors of, mentioned » Augustus
The Roman empire » Called the world from its extent
Tax » Poll
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
The Nation » Kings » Decrees of
The Nation » Imprisonment mutilations » Census taken, of the israelites
Tribute » Roman » Decree of augustus for
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Augustus » Caesar augustus
Caesar » Augustus » Caesar augustus
Caesar » Augustus
Census » Of the roman empire, by caesar
Government » Imperial
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
King's decrees » Decrees of
Roman emperors » Caesar augustus
Roman empire » Ruled by » Augustus caesar
The Roman empire » Emperors of, mentioned » Augustus
The Roman empire » Called the world from its extent
Tax » Poll
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
The Nation » Kings » Decrees of
The Nation » Imprisonment mutilations » Census taken, of the israelites
Tribute » Roman » Decree of augustus for
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Luke 2:2 (show verse)
This was the first registration, taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.
Census » Of the roman empire, by caesar
Cyrenius (quirinius) » Governor of syria when jesus was born
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Quirinius » Governor of syria when jesus was born
Syria » The roman province of, included the land of canaan
Syria » Subdued and governed by the romans
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
Tribute » Roman » First levied in judea when cyrenius was governor
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Cyrenius (quirinius) » Governor of syria when jesus was born
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Quirinius » Governor of syria when jesus was born
Syria » The roman province of, included the land of canaan
Syria » Subdued and governed by the romans
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
Tribute » Roman » First levied in judea when cyrenius was governor
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Luke 2:3 (show verse)
Everyone went to his own town to be registered.
Census » Of the roman empire, by caesar
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Syria » The roman province of, included the land of canaan
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
Tribute » Roman » Persons enrolled for, in the native place of their tribe and family
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Syria » The roman province of, included the land of canaan
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
Tribute » Roman » Persons enrolled for, in the native place of their tribe and family
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Luke 2:4 (show verse)
So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and family line of David.
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » Birthplace of jesus
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » The city of joseph
Humility of Christ » Exhibited in his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Summary of his life » Husband of mary
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Joseph » Husband of mary » Belongs to the town of bethlehem
Joseph » Husband of mary » Lives at nazareth
Nazareth » Joseph and mary live at
Tribute » Roman » Persons enrolled for, in the native place of their tribe and family
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » The city of joseph
Humility of Christ » Exhibited in his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Summary of his life » Husband of mary
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Joseph » Husband of mary » Belongs to the town of bethlehem
Joseph » Husband of mary » Lives at nazareth
Nazareth » Joseph and mary live at
Tribute » Roman » Persons enrolled for, in the native place of their tribe and family
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Luke 2:5 (show verse)
He went to be registered with Mary, who was promised in marriage to him, and who was expecting a child.
Luke 2:6 (show verse)
While they were there, the time came for her to deliver her child.
Luke 2:7 (show verse)
And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Children » Treatment of, at birth
Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Humiliation of
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Birth
Humility of Christ » Exhibited in his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Jesus born to
Mary » The mother of jesus
Sufferings of Christ » Endured humiliation
Swaddle » Wrapping » Of children
Travelers » The caravansera or public inn for, noticed
Children » Treatment of, at birth
Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Humiliation of
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Birth
Humility of Christ » Exhibited in his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Jesus born to
Mary » The mother of jesus
Sufferings of Christ » Endured humiliation
Swaddle » Wrapping » Of children
Travelers » The caravansera or public inn for, noticed
Luke 2:8 (show verse)
Now there were shepherds nearby living out in the field, keeping guard over their flock at night.
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Night » Eastern shepherds watched over their flocks during
Shepherd » One who cares for flocks of sheep
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Shepherds » Care of the sheep by, exhibited in » Watching over them by night
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Night » Eastern shepherds watched over their flocks during
Shepherd » One who cares for flocks of sheep
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Shepherds » Care of the sheep by, exhibited in » Watching over them by night
Luke 2:9 (show verse)
An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were absolutely terrified.
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Glory » Christ's » God's
God » Glorifying » Glory of
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Glory » Christ's » God's
God » Glorifying » Glory of
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Luke 2:10 (show verse)
But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid! Listen carefully, for I proclaim to you good news that brings great joy to all the people:
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Good » Tidings » Spiritual
The gospel » Brings peace
Holy spirit » Sin against
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » The gospel, good tidings of
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
good Tidings » Spiritual
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Good » Tidings » Spiritual
The gospel » Brings peace
Holy spirit » Sin against
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » The gospel, good tidings of
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
good Tidings » Spiritual
Luke 2:11 (show verse)
Today your Savior is born in the city of David. He is Christ the Lord.
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Anger of God » Averted by Christ
Christ » Saviour » Came to earth to be
Christ » Names of » Saviour
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Christ the lord
Jesus Christ » Names of » Saviour
Joy » The gospel, good tidings of
Mary » The mother of jesus
Names » Of Christ » Saviour
Jesus Christ, Savior » Came to earth to be
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Anger of God » Averted by Christ
Christ » Saviour » Came to earth to be
Christ » Names of » Saviour
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Christ the lord
Jesus Christ » Names of » Saviour
Joy » The gospel, good tidings of
Mary » The mother of jesus
Names » Of Christ » Saviour
Jesus Christ, Savior » Came to earth to be
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Luke 2:12 (show verse)
This will be a sign for you: You will find a baby wrapped in strips of cloth and lying in a manger."
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Children » Treatment of, at birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
special divine Manifestations » Signs given to confirm faith
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Swaddle » Wrapping » Of children
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Children » Treatment of, at birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
special divine Manifestations » Signs given to confirm faith
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Swaddle » Wrapping » Of children
Luke 2:13 (show verse)
Suddenly a vast, heavenly army appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Wait upon Christ
Angels » Nature » Hosts
Angels » Celebrate the praises of God
Christ » For select reading » Angels wait upon
Heavenly » Multitude » Praise
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ
Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when jesus was born
Mary » The mother of jesus
Peace » General references to spiritual
Praise » In heaven
Praise » Encouraged » Heavenly
Praise » The heavenly host engage in
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Worship » Parental prayers » Heavenly
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Wait upon Christ
Angels » Nature » Hosts
Angels » Celebrate the praises of God
Christ » For select reading » Angels wait upon
Heavenly » Multitude » Praise
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ
Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when jesus was born
Mary » The mother of jesus
Peace » General references to spiritual
Praise » In heaven
Praise » Encouraged » Heavenly
Praise » The heavenly host engage in
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Worship » Parental prayers » Heavenly
Luke 2:14 (show verse)
"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among people with whom he is pleased!"
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Celebrate the praises of God
Anger of God » Averted by Christ
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Angels
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The angels
The gospel » Brings peace
Heavenly » Multitude » Praise
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ
Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when jesus was born
Mary » The mother of jesus
Peace » General references to spiritual
spiritual Peace » Announced by angels
Praise » In heaven
Praise » Encouraged » Heavenly
Reconciliation with God » Proclaimed by angels at the birth of Christ
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Worship » Parental prayers » Heavenly
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Celebrate the praises of God
Anger of God » Averted by Christ
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Angels
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The angels
The gospel » Brings peace
Heavenly » Multitude » Praise
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ
Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when jesus was born
Mary » The mother of jesus
Peace » General references to spiritual
spiritual Peace » Announced by angels
Praise » In heaven
Praise » Encouraged » Heavenly
Reconciliation with God » Proclaimed by angels at the birth of Christ
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Worship » Parental prayers » Heavenly
Luke 2:15 (show verse)
When the angels left them and went back to heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go over to Bethlehem and see this thing that has taken place, that the Lord has made known to us."
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » Birthplace of jesus
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Seeking God » Includes seeking » Christ
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » Birthplace of jesus
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Seeking God » Includes seeking » Christ
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Luke 2:16 (show verse)
So they hurried off and located Mary and Joseph, and found the baby lying in a manger.
Luke 2:17 (show verse)
When they saw him, they related what they had been told about this child,
Luke 2:18 (show verse)
and all who heard it were astonished at what the shepherds said.
Luke 2:19 (show verse)
But Mary treasured up all these words, pondering in her heart what they might mean.
Luke 2:20 (show verse)
So the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen; everything was just as they had been told.
Luke 2:21 (show verse)
At the end of eight days, when he was circumcised, he was named Jesus, the name given by the angel before he was conceived in the womb.
Children » Named at circumcision
Circumcision » Child named at the time of
Circumcision » Instances of » Jesus
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Circumcision
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » History of » Circumcision of (at bethlehem)
the Law of moses » Christ » Circumcised according to
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Circumcision » Child named at the time of
Circumcision » Instances of » Jesus
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Circumcision
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » History of » Circumcision of (at bethlehem)
the Law of moses » Christ » Circumcised according to
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Luke 2:22 (show verse)
Now when the time came for their purification according to the law of Moses, Joseph and Mary brought Jesus up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord
Defilement » Caused by » Childbirth
the First-born » Laws respecting, observed at Christ's birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Purification » For women » After childbirth
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
The Second Temple » Christ » Presented in
Women » Purifications of » After childbirth
the First-born » Laws respecting, observed at Christ's birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Purification » For women » After childbirth
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
The Second Temple » Christ » Presented in
Women » Purifications of » After childbirth
Luke 2:23 (show verse)
(just as it is written in the law of the Lord, "Every firstborn male will be set apart to the Lord"),
Luke 2:24 (show verse)
and to offer a sacrifice according to what is specified in the law of the Lord, a pair of doves or two young pigeons.
Birds » Used as sacrifices » Pigeons, offered in sacrifice
Birds » Used as sacrifices » Turtle doves, offered in sacrifice
turtle Dove » Prescribed for purification » Of women
Doves » Turtle doves, offered in sacrifice
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Pigeon » Used as sacrifice
Pigeons » Pigeons, offered in sacrifice
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Birds » Used as sacrifices » Turtle doves, offered in sacrifice
turtle Dove » Prescribed for purification » Of women
Doves » Turtle doves, offered in sacrifice
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Pigeon » Used as sacrifice
Pigeons » Pigeons, offered in sacrifice
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Luke 2:25 (show verse)
Now there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon who was righteous and devout, looking for the restoration of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
Character » Of saints » Just
Character of saints » Just
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
God » Voice of select readings » Waiting for
Holy spirit » Examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Holy spirit » Old testament reference to » Saul's messengers
Holy spirit » Inspiration of » The prophets » Simeon
Holy spirit » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Holy spirit » Baptism of » Simeon
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Consolation of israel
Jews, the » Christ » Expected by
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Names » Of Christ » Consolation of israel
Obedience » Instances of » Simeon
Patience » In waiting for God
Patience » Exemplified » Simeon
Patience » Instances of » Simeon
Piety » Examples of piety » Simeon
Power » Of the holy spirit examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Power » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Religion » Examples of piety » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Simeon » A devout man who blessed Christ
Spirit » Examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Spirit » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
True religion » Examples of piety » Simeon
Waiting » For the consolation of israel
Waiting upon God » For » The consolation of israel
Character of saints » Just
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
God » Voice of select readings » Waiting for
Holy spirit » Examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Holy spirit » Old testament reference to » Saul's messengers
Holy spirit » Inspiration of » The prophets » Simeon
Holy spirit » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Holy spirit » Baptism of » Simeon
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Consolation of israel
Jews, the » Christ » Expected by
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Names » Of Christ » Consolation of israel
Obedience » Instances of » Simeon
Patience » In waiting for God
Patience » Exemplified » Simeon
Patience » Instances of » Simeon
Piety » Examples of piety » Simeon
Power » Of the holy spirit examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Power » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Religion » Examples of piety » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Simeon » A devout man who blessed Christ
Spirit » Examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Spirit » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
True religion » Examples of piety » Simeon
Waiting » For the consolation of israel
Waiting upon God » For » The consolation of israel
Luke 2:26 (show verse)
It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord's Christ.
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
The Holy Spirit As Teacher » As such he » Reveals the future
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Holy spirit » Inspiration of » The prophets » Simeon
Hope » Messianic » Simeon
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Lord's Christ
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Messianic hope » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
The Holy Spirit As Teacher » As such he » Reveals the future
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Holy spirit » Inspiration of » The prophets » Simeon
Hope » Messianic » Simeon
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Lord's Christ
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Messianic hope » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Luke 2:27 (show verse)
So Simeon, directed by the Spirit, came into the temple courts, and when the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what was customary according to the law,
Jesus Christ, Deity Of » As jehovah, the messenger of the covenant
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » Divinity of » Jehovah the messenger of the covenant
Jesus Christ » Names of » Child
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod's
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
The Second Temple » Christ » Presented in
Worship » Temples » Herod's
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » Divinity of » Jehovah the messenger of the covenant
Jesus Christ » Names of » Child
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod's
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
The Second Temple » Christ » Presented in
Worship » Temples » Herod's
Luke 2:28 (show verse)
Simeon took him in his arms and blessed God, saying,
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Praise » Exemplified » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Simeon
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Simeon
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Praise » Exemplified » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Simeon
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Simeon
Luke 2:29 (show verse)
"Now, according to your word, Sovereign Lord, permit your servant to depart in peace.
death » Desired » Simeon
the Death of saints » Sometimes desired
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
spiritual Peace » Saints » Die in
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
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Luke 2:30 (show verse)
For my eyes have seen your salvation
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Luke 2:31 (show verse)
that you have prepared in the presence of all peoples:
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God » Divine preparation for the needs of believers » A glorious inheritance
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divine Providence » Divine preparation for the needs of believers » A glorious inheritance
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divine Providence » Divine preparation for the needs of believers » A glorious inheritance
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Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
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Luke 2:32 (show verse)
a light, for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel."
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Light » Illustrative of » Christ the source of all wisdom
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Gentiles » Christ given as a light to
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Jesus Christ » Names of » Glory of israel
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Light » Illustrative of » Christ the source of all wisdom
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Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
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Luke 2:33 (show verse)
So the child's father and mother were amazed at what was said about him.
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Luke 2:34 (show verse)
Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, "Listen carefully: This child is destined to be the cause of the falling and rising of many in Israel and to be a sign that will be rejected.
Benedictions » Instances of » By simeon, upon jesus
Blessings » Pronounced upon persons by men
Glory of the The church » Derived from Christ
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Blessings » Pronounced upon persons by men
Glory of the The church » Derived from Christ
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Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
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Luke 2:35 (show verse)
Indeed, as a result of him the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed -- and a sword will pierce your own soul as well!"
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Mary » The mother of jesus » Prophecies concerning
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Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Swords » Illustrative » Of deep mental affliction
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Luke 2:36 (show verse)
There was also a prophetess, Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was very old, having been married to her husband for seven years until his death.
Anna » Devout » Widow
The tribe of Asher » Remarkable persons of
Attendance » Reasons for » A comfort in old age
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Long life » Examples of vigorous » Anna
Longevity » Instances of » Anna, older than eighty-four years
Old age » Examples of vigorous » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Prophets » Mentioned in scripture » Anna
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Anna, the prophetess
Sabbath » Worship celebrated on » A comfort in old age
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Anna, the prophetess, lives in
Virtues » Of women » A devotional spirit
Widow » Instances of » Anna
crowning qualities of Womanhood » A devotional spirit
Women » Persistence of examples of » Piety of
Women » Counsel of » Devout
Women » As prophets » Anna
Women » Prophetesses » Anna
The tribe of Asher » Remarkable persons of
Attendance » Reasons for » A comfort in old age
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Long life » Examples of vigorous » Anna
Longevity » Instances of » Anna, older than eighty-four years
Old age » Examples of vigorous » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Prophets » Mentioned in scripture » Anna
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Sabbath » Worship celebrated on » A comfort in old age
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Anna, the prophetess, lives in
Virtues » Of women » A devotional spirit
Widow » Instances of » Anna
crowning qualities of Womanhood » A devotional spirit
Women » Persistence of examples of » Piety of
Women » Counsel of » Devout
Women » As prophets » Anna
Women » Prophetesses » Anna
Luke 2:37 (show verse)
She had lived as a widow since then for eighty-four years. She never left the temple, worshiping with fasting and prayer night and day.
Anna » Devout » Widow
Attendance » Reasons for » A comfort in old age
Devotional life » Morning devotions » Prayerfulness
Distinctions of women » Some special distinctions » First preacher to the jews
Fasting » Of saints--exemplified » Anna
Fasting » Habitual » By anna
Fidelity » Of women » First preacher to the jews
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Longevity » Instances of » Anna, older than eighty-four years
Piety » Examples of piety » Anna
Prayer » Anna
private Prayer » Exemplified » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Anna, the prophetess
Religion » Examples of piety » Anna
Righteousness » Examples of
Sabbath » Worship celebrated on » A comfort in old age
Temple » Solomon's » Uses of the temple » For prayer and worship
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Anna, the prophetess, lives in
True religion » Examples of piety » Anna
Watchfulness » Exemplified » Anna
Widow » Instances of » Anna
Widow's » Character of true
Widow's » Often devoted themselves entirely to God's service
Women » Sufferings of » As widows
Women » Distinctions of » First preacher to the jews
Women » Fidelity of » First preacher to the jews
Women » As prophets » Anna
Women » Good » Anna
Attendance » Reasons for » A comfort in old age
Devotional life » Morning devotions » Prayerfulness
Distinctions of women » Some special distinctions » First preacher to the jews
Fasting » Of saints--exemplified » Anna
Fasting » Habitual » By anna
Fidelity » Of women » First preacher to the jews
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Longevity » Instances of » Anna, older than eighty-four years
Piety » Examples of piety » Anna
Prayer » Anna
private Prayer » Exemplified » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
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Religion » Examples of piety » Anna
Righteousness » Examples of
Sabbath » Worship celebrated on » A comfort in old age
Temple » Solomon's » Uses of the temple » For prayer and worship
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Anna, the prophetess, lives in
True religion » Examples of piety » Anna
Watchfulness » Exemplified » Anna
Widow » Instances of » Anna
Widow's » Character of true
Widow's » Often devoted themselves entirely to God's service
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Women » Fidelity of » First preacher to the jews
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Luke 2:38 (show verse)
At that moment, she came up to them and began to give thanks to God and to speak about the child to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem.
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Fidelity » Of women » First preacher to the jews
God » Mysteries of » Redemption by
Hope » Messianic » Anna
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jews, the » Christ » Expected by
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Man » Redemption of » God the author of
Messianic hope » Anna
Missionaries » Exemplified » Anna
Praise » Exemplified » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Redemption » God the author of
Religious zeal » Instances of » Anna
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Anna
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Anna
Women » Distinctions of » First preacher to the jews
Women » Fidelity of » First preacher to the jews
Women » As prophets » Anna
Fidelity » Of women » First preacher to the jews
God » Mysteries of » Redemption by
Hope » Messianic » Anna
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jews, the » Christ » Expected by
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Man » Redemption of » God the author of
Messianic hope » Anna
Missionaries » Exemplified » Anna
Praise » Exemplified » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Redemption » God the author of
Religious zeal » Instances of » Anna
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Anna
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Anna
Women » Distinctions of » First preacher to the jews
Women » Fidelity of » First preacher to the jews
Women » As prophets » Anna
Luke 2:39 (show verse)
So when Joseph and Mary had performed everything according to the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth.
Luke 2:40 (show verse)
And the child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom, and the favor of God was upon him.
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Christ » Vine name applied to » Of Christ
Christ » Grace of » Exhibited in childhood
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Jesus The Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
spiritual Development » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
Grace » Of Christ » Exhibited in childhood
Grace » Christ's » Exhibited in childhood
Grace » Was upon Christ
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy Christ
Humility of Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Natural growth
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Spiritual » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
Wisdom » Christ's
Children » Jesus
Christ » Vine name applied to » Of Christ
Christ » Grace of » Exhibited in childhood
Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Natural growth
Jesus The Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
spiritual Development » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
Grace » Of Christ » Exhibited in childhood
Grace » Christ's » Exhibited in childhood
Grace » Was upon Christ
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy Christ
Humility of Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Natural growth
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Spiritual » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
Wisdom » Christ's
Luke 2:41 (show verse)
Now Jesus' parents went to Jerusalem every year for the feast of the Passover.
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Feast » Of the passover
Feasts » Jewish
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Observed » By jesus
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Attended by women
Hebrew » Feasts
Jerusalem » And
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Characteristics of » Faithfulness to religious duty
Passover » Feast of » Held on the 14th of the first month, abib (april), to commemorate the exodus from egypt
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Feast » Of the passover
Feasts » Jewish
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Observed » By jesus
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Attended by women
Hebrew » Feasts
Jerusalem » And
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Characteristics of » Faithfulness to religious duty
Passover » Feast of » Held on the 14th of the first month, abib (april), to commemorate the exodus from egypt
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:42 (show verse)
When he was twelve years old, they went up according to custom.
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Feasts » Instituted by moses » Observed » By jesus
the anniversary Feasts » Children commenced attending, when twelve years old
Jerusalem » The jews » Went up to, at the feasts
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Observed » By jesus
the anniversary Feasts » Children commenced attending, when twelve years old
Jerusalem » The jews » Went up to, at the feasts
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:43 (show verse)
But when the feast was over, as they were returning home, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents did not know it,
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Jesus Christ » Names of » Child
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Jesus Christ » Names of » Child
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:44 (show verse)
but (because they assumed that he was in their group of travelers) they went a day's journey. Then they began to look for him among their relatives and acquaintances.
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Feasts » Instituted by moses » All males were required to attend
the anniversary Feasts » The jews went up to, in large companies
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Travelers » Often collected together and formed caravans
Feasts » Instituted by moses » All males were required to attend
the anniversary Feasts » The jews went up to, in large companies
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Travelers » Often collected together and formed caravans
Luke 2:45 (show verse)
When they did not find him, they returned to Jerusalem to look for him.
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Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:46 (show verse)
After three days they found him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions.
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Children » Worship
Children » Mode of giving public instruction to
Children » Jesus
Doctor » A teacher, or master
Doctors of the law » Doctors
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
the Law of moses » Public instruction given to youth in
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus in, when a youth
Children » Worship
Children » Mode of giving public instruction to
Children » Jesus
Doctor » A teacher, or master
Doctors of the law » Doctors
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
the Law of moses » Public instruction given to youth in
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus in, when a youth
Luke 2:47 (show verse)
And all who heard Jesus were astonished at his understanding and his answers.
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Children » Jesus
Jesus The Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Children » Jesus
Jesus The Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:48 (show verse)
When his parents saw him, they were overwhelmed. His mother said to him, "Child, why have you treated us like this? Look, your father and I have been looking for you anxiously."
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Parents » Parental affection exemplified by » Mary
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Parents » Parental affection exemplified by » Mary
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:49 (show verse)
But he replied, "Why were you looking for me? Didn't you know that I must be in my Father's house?"
Activity » Christ's zeal » General references to
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Children » Good Children » Good Parents » The boy jesus
Children » Examples of helpful » The boy Christ about his father's business
Christ » Divinity of Christ of God, universal » Zeal of
Christ » Christ's zeal » Activity » The Call of Duty » Doing His Father's Business
Christ, character of » Zealous
Diligence » Christ, an example
Diligence » Jesus an example of
Fervour » Christ's zeal » General references to
Helpful children » The boy Christ about his father's business
Home » Examples of helpful » The boy Christ about his father's business
Imperative call » Christ felt the imperative call of duty » Doing His Father's Business
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Young men » Examples of Godly young men » Jesus (in the temple)
Zeal » Christ's » General references to
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Children » Good Children » Good Parents » The boy jesus
Children » Examples of helpful » The boy Christ about his father's business
Christ » Divinity of Christ of God, universal » Zeal of
Christ » Christ's zeal » Activity » The Call of Duty » Doing His Father's Business
Christ, character of » Zealous
Diligence » Christ, an example
Diligence » Jesus an example of
Fervour » Christ's zeal » General references to
Helpful children » The boy Christ about his father's business
Home » Examples of helpful » The boy Christ about his father's business
Imperative call » Christ felt the imperative call of duty » Doing His Father's Business
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Young men » Examples of Godly young men » Jesus (in the temple)
Zeal » Christ's » General references to
Luke 2:50 (show verse)
Yet his parents did not understand the remark he made to them.
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Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:51 (show verse)
Then he went down with them and came to Nazareth, and was obedient to them. But his mother kept all these things in her heart.
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Children » Christ was an example to
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Christ, character of » Subject to his parents
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Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
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Children » Christ was an example to
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Promises to those who keep
Christ, character of » Subject to his parents
Filial honour » Examples of » Jesus
Galilee » Christ » Brought up in
Honour » Examples of » Jesus
Humility of Christ » Exhibited in his » Subjection to his parents
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Mary » Characteristics of » Spiritual mindedness
Mothers » Examples of filial honour » Jesus
Nazareth » Joseph and mary live at
The word of God » Despised by the foolish » Precepts written in the heart
Words » Kept words of Christ » Promises to those who keep
Words of Christ » Promises concerning » Promises to those who keep
Luke 2:52 (show verse)
And Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature, and in favor with God and with people.
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spiritual Development » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy Christ
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Increase in wisdom and stature
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Spiritual » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
The favor of God » Christ the special object of
Children » Jesus
Children » Instances of » Jesus
Jesus The Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
spiritual Development » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy Christ
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Increase in wisdom and stature
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Spiritual » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
The favor of God » Christ the special object of