Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.
Waiting
Bible References
Just
Luke 1:6
They were both upright in the sight of God, blamelessly observing all the Lord's commands and requirements.
Acts 10:2
He was a devout man, who feared God, as did all the members of his household. He was liberal in charities to the people, and always prayed to God.
Acts 24:16
Therefore I strive always to have a clear conscience before God and men.
Titus 2:11
For God's mercy has appeared and brought salvation to all men,
Waiting
Luke 2:38
She came up just at that time and gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were living in expectation of the liberation of Jerusalem.
Mark 15:43
Joseph of Arimathea, a highly respected member of the council, who was himself living in expectation of the reign of God, made bold to go to Pilate and ask for Jesus' body.