Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Then they said one to another, We do not well: this day is a day of good tidings, and we hold our peace: if we tarry till the morning light, some mischief will come upon us: now therefore come, that we may go and tell the king's household.

Bible References

This day

Luke 2:10
And the angel said unto them, Be not affrighted: for, behold, I bring you tidings of great joy, which shall be for all the people.
Philippians 2:4
Let not each aim at their own particular interests, but every man at those of others.