Luke 2:28

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Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,

Then he took a little child and had him stand among them. He took him in his arms and told them,

Then after he had hugged the children, he tenderly blessed them as he laid his hands on them.

Suddenly, a multitude of the Heavenly Army appeared with the angel, praising God by saying,

Then Mary said, "My soul praises the greatness of the Lord!

Righteous ones, be glad in the LORD and rejoice! Shout for joy, all of you who are upright in heart!

Rejoice in the LORD, righteous ones; for the praise of the upright is beautiful.

Give thanks to the LORD, call on his name, and make his deeds known among the people.

House of Israel, bless the LORD! House of Aaron, bless the LORD!

Observe the blameless! Take note of the upright! Indeed, the future of that man is peace.