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
who was a descendant of Aaron. They were both righteous in the sight of the Lord, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the law, blameless.
Acts 10:2
He was a devout man and God-fearing, and so were all his household. He gave many alms to the people, and constantly prayed to God.
Acts 24:16
"Hence I too endeavor to have a conscience void of offense toward God and men alway.
Titus 2:11
"For God's grace has shined forth bringing salvation to all men
Waiting
Luke 2:38
She came up at that very hour, and gave thanks to God, and spoke of the child to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.
Mark 15:43
there came Joseph of Arimathea, a Councilor, honorable in rank, who was himself also looking for the kingdom of God. He boldly went in to Pilate to ask for the body of Jesus.