But while he thought on these things, lo! an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, Joseph, son of David, fear not to take to thee Mary thy wife; for that which is conceived in her is by the Holy Spirit.

And when the multitudes saw it, they were struck with fear, and gave glory to God, who had given such power to men.

Fear them not therefore. For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed; and hid, that will not be known.

And fear not those who kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul; but rather fear him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.

Fear not therefore; ye are of more value than many sparrows.

And seeing him walking on the lake, they were dismayed, saying, It is a spectre; and they cried out for fear.

But if we say, From men, we fear the multitude; for all regard John as a prophet.

And for fear of him the keepers shook, and became as dead men.

And the angel answering said to the women, Fear ye not; for I know that ye are seeking Jesus, who was crucified.

And they went away quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples.