Thematic Bible




Luke 2:1 (show verse)

About that time an edict was issued by the Emperor Augustus that a census should be taken of the whole Empire.

Luke 2:2 (show verse)

(This was the first census taken while Quirinius was Governor of Syria).

Luke 2:3 (show verse)

And every one went to his own town to be registered.

Luke 2:4 (show verse)

Among others Joseph went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Bethlehem, the town of David, in Judea--because he belonged to the family and house of David--

Luke 2:5 (show verse)

To be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was about to become a mother.

Luke 2:6 (show verse)

While they were there her time came,

Luke 2:7 (show verse)

And she gave birth to her first child, a son. And because there was no room for them in the inn, she swathed him round and laid him in a manger.

Luke 2:8 (show verse)

In that same country-side were shepherds out in the open fields, watching their flocks that night,

Luke 2:9 (show verse)

When an angel of the Lord suddenly stood by them, and the Glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were seized with fear.

Luke 2:10 (show verse)

"Have no fear," the angel said. "For I bring you good news of a great joy in store for all the nation.

Luke 2:11 (show verse)

This day there has been born to you, in the town of David, a Savior, who is Christ and Lord.

Luke 2:12 (show verse)

And this shall be the sign for you. You will find the infant swathed, and lying in a manger."

Luke 2:13 (show verse)

Then suddenly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly Host, praising God, and singing--

Luke 2:14 (show verse)

"Glory to God on high, And on earth peace among men in whom he finds pleasure."

Luke 2:15 (show verse)

Now, when the angels had left them and gone back to Heaven, the shepherds said to one another: "Let us go at once to Bethlehem, and see this thing that has happened, of which the Lord has told us."

Luke 2:16 (show verse)

So they went quickly, and found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in a manger;

Luke 2:17 (show verse)

And, when they saw it, they told of all that had been said to them about this child.

Luke 2:18 (show verse)

All who heard the shepherds were astonished at their story,

Luke 2:19 (show verse)

While Mary treasured up all that they said, and dwelt upon it in her thoughts.

Luke 2:20 (show verse)

And the shepherds went back, giving glory and praise to God for all that they had heard and seen, as it had been told them.

Luke 2:21 (show verse)

Eight days after the birth of the child, when it was time to circumcise him, he received the name Jesus--the name given him by the angel before his conception.

Luke 2:22 (show verse)

When the period of purification of mother and child, enjoined by the Law of Moses, came to an end, his parents took the child up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord,

Luke 2:23 (show verse)

In compliance with the Law of the Lord that 'every first-born male shall be dedicated to the Lord,'

Luke 2:24 (show verse)

And also to offer the sacrifice enjoined in the Law of the Lord--'a pair of turtle-doves or two young pigeons.'

Luke 2:25 (show verse)

There was at that time in Jerusalem a man named Simeon, a righteous and devout man, who lived in constant expectation of the Consolation of Israel, and under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
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

Luke 2:26 (show verse)

It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he should not die until he had seen the Lord's Christ.

Luke 2:27 (show verse)

Moved by the Spirit, Simeon came into the Temple Courts, and, when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him what was customary under the Law,

Luke 2:28 (show verse)

Simeon himself took the child in his arms, and blessed God, and said:

Luke 2:29 (show verse)

"Now, Lord, thou wilt let thy servant go, According to thy word, in peace,

Luke 2:30 (show verse)

For my eyes have seen the Salvation

Luke 2:31 (show verse)

Which thou hast prepared in the sight of all nations--

Luke 2:32 (show verse)

A Light to bring light to the Gentiles, And to be the Glory of thy people Israel."

Luke 2:33 (show verse)

While the child's father and mother were wondering at what was said about him,

Luke 2:34 (show verse)

Simeon gave them his blessing, and said to Mary, the child's mother: "This child is appointed to be the cause of the fall and rise of many in Israel, and to be a sign much spoken against--

Luke 2:35 (show verse)

Yes, the sword will pierce your own heart--and so the thoughts in many minds will be disclosed."

Luke 2:36 (show verse)

There was also a Prophetess named Hannah, a daughter of Phanuel and of the tribe of Asher. She was far advanced in years, having lived with her husband for seven years after marriage,

Luke 2:37 (show verse)

And then a widow, till she had reached the age of eighty-four. She never left the Temple Courts, but, fasting and praying, worshiped God night and day.

Luke 2:38 (show verse)

At that moment she came up, and began publicly to thank God and to speak about the child to all who were looking for the deliverance of Jerusalem.

Luke 2:39 (show verse)

When the child's parents had done everything enjoined by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee to their own town of Nazareth.

Luke 2:40 (show verse)

The child grew and became strong and wise, and the blessing of God was upon him.

Luke 2:41 (show verse)

Every year the child's parents used to go to Jerusalem at the Passover Festival.

Luke 2:42 (show verse)

When Jesus was twelve years old, they went according to custom to Jerusalem,

Luke 2:43 (show verse)

And had finished their visit; but, when they started to return, the boy Jesus remained behind in Jerusalem, without their knowing it.

Luke 2:44 (show verse)

Thinking that he was with their fellow-travelers, they went one day's journey before searching for him among their relations and acquaintances;

Luke 2:45 (show verse)

And then, as they did not find him, they returned to Jerusalem, searching everywhere for him.

Luke 2:46 (show verse)

It was not till the third day that they found him in the Temple Courts, sitting among the Teachers, now listening to them, now asking them questions.

Luke 2:47 (show verse)

All who listened to him marveled at his intelligence and his answers.

Luke 2:48 (show verse)

His parents were amazed when they saw him, and his mother said to him: "My child, why have you treated us like this? Your father and I have been searching for you in great distress."

Luke 2:49 (show verse)

"What made you search for me?" he answered. "Did not you know that I must be in my Father's House?"

Luke 2:50 (show verse)

His parents did not understand what he meant.

Luke 2:51 (show verse)

However he went down with them to Nazareth, and submitted himself to their control; and his mother treasured all that was said in her heart.

Luke 2:52 (show verse)

And Jesus grew in wisdom as he grew in years, and 'gained the blessing of God and men.'