And it came to pass in those days, there went forth a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world be enrolled --

(this tax was first levied when Cyrenius was governor of Syria) and they all went to be enrolled,

And all went to be enrolled, each into his personal city.

was of the house and line of David) to be enrolled with Mary his espoused wife, who was big with child.

However, you must stop rejoicing over the fact that the spirits are submitting to you, but continue to rejoice that your names are enrolled in heaven."