for Herod feared John and protected him, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man. When he heard him, he was much perplexed; and yet he heard him gladly.

Now there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

They said, "Cornelius, a centurion, a righteous and God-fearing man, who is well spoken of by the whole Jewish nation, was directed by a holy angel to send for you to come to his house, and to hear what you have to say."

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they said to him, "Teacher, this woman was caught in the act of adultery.

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They said, "Moses permitted a man to write a certificate of divorce, and to put her away."

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They said, "Moses permitted a man to write a certificate of divorce, and to put her away."

to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with child.