Thematic Bible
Luke 2:1 (show verse)
Now it happened in those days that a decree was sent out from Caesar Augustus [the Emperor of the Roman Empire] requiring [people from] the whole empire to be registered [i.e., for taxation purposes].
Augustus » An important roman emperor
Augustus » Caesar augustus
Caesar » Augustus » Caesar augustus
Caesar » Augustus
Census » Of the roman empire, by caesar
Government » Imperial
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
King's decrees » Decrees of
Roman emperors » Caesar augustus
Roman empire » Ruled by » Augustus caesar
The Roman empire » Emperors of, mentioned » Augustus
The Roman empire » Called the world from its extent
Tax » Poll
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
The Nation » Kings » Decrees of
The Nation » Imprisonment mutilations » Census taken, of the israelites
Tribute » Roman » Decree of augustus for
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Augustus » Caesar augustus
Caesar » Augustus » Caesar augustus
Caesar » Augustus
Census » Of the roman empire, by caesar
Government » Imperial
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
King's decrees » Decrees of
Roman emperors » Caesar augustus
Roman empire » Ruled by » Augustus caesar
The Roman empire » Emperors of, mentioned » Augustus
The Roman empire » Called the world from its extent
Tax » Poll
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
The Nation » Kings » Decrees of
The Nation » Imprisonment mutilations » Census taken, of the israelites
Tribute » Roman » Decree of augustus for
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Luke 2:2 (show verse)
This was the first registration made while Quirinius was governor of Syria.
Census » Of the roman empire, by caesar
Cyrenius (quirinius) » Governor of syria when jesus was born
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Quirinius » Governor of syria when jesus was born
Syria » The roman province of, included the land of canaan
Syria » Subdued and governed by the romans
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
Tribute » Roman » First levied in judea when cyrenius was governor
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Cyrenius (quirinius) » Governor of syria when jesus was born
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Quirinius » Governor of syria when jesus was born
Syria » The roman province of, included the land of canaan
Syria » Subdued and governed by the romans
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
Tribute » Roman » First levied in judea when cyrenius was governor
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Luke 2:3 (show verse)
And everyone went to register in his own home town.
Census » Of the roman empire, by caesar
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Syria » The roman province of, included the land of canaan
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
Tribute » Roman » Persons enrolled for, in the native place of their tribe and family
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Syria » The roman province of, included the land of canaan
Tax » The rv changes the reading to enrolled instead of taxed
Tribute » Roman » Persons enrolled for, in the native place of their tribe and family
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Luke 2:4 (show verse)
So, Joseph also went from the Galilean town of Nazareth to David's town, which was the Judean town of Bethlehem, because he was among the descendants and family of David.
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » Birthplace of jesus
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » The city of joseph
Humility of Christ » Exhibited in his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Summary of his life » Husband of mary
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Joseph » Husband of mary » Belongs to the town of bethlehem
Joseph » Husband of mary » Lives at nazareth
Nazareth » Joseph and mary live at
Tribute » Roman » Persons enrolled for, in the native place of their tribe and family
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » The city of joseph
Humility of Christ » Exhibited in his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Summary of his life » Husband of mary
Joseph » Husband of mary » Goes to bethlehem to be enrolled
Joseph » Husband of mary » Belongs to the town of bethlehem
Joseph » Husband of mary » Lives at nazareth
Nazareth » Joseph and mary live at
Tribute » Roman » Persons enrolled for, in the native place of their tribe and family
Tribute (taxes) » From conquered nations
Luke 2:5 (show verse)
[He went] to register, along with Mary, who was engaged to him and who was pregnant [at the time].
Luke 2:6 (show verse)
And it happened while they were there that the due date came for her to have the baby.
Luke 2:7 (show verse)
So, she bore her firstborn Son and wrapped Him in [linen] cloths and laid Him in an animal's feeding trough because there was no room for them in the lodge.
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Children » Treatment of, at birth
Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Humiliation of
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Birth
Humility of Christ » Exhibited in his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Jesus born to
Mary » The mother of jesus
Sufferings of Christ » Endured humiliation
Swaddle » Wrapping » Of children
Travelers » The caravansera or public inn for, noticed
Children » Treatment of, at birth
Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Humiliation of
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Birth
Humility of Christ » Exhibited in his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Birth of (at bethlehem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Jesus born to
Mary » The mother of jesus
Sufferings of Christ » Endured humiliation
Swaddle » Wrapping » Of children
Travelers » The caravansera or public inn for, noticed
Luke 2:8 (show verse)
Now there were [some] shepherds in that region who were living in the fields and guarding their flocks [of sheep] at night.
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Night » Eastern shepherds watched over their flocks during
Shepherd » One who cares for flocks of sheep
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Shepherds » Care of the sheep by, exhibited in » Watching over them by night
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Night » Eastern shepherds watched over their flocks during
Shepherd » One who cares for flocks of sheep
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Shepherds » Care of the sheep by, exhibited in » Watching over them by night
Luke 2:9 (show verse)
[Suddenly] an angel from the Lord [was seen] standing near them and the glorious presence of the Lord shone around them, and they were very afraid.
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Glory » Christ's » God's
God » Glorifying » Glory of
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Glory » Christ's » God's
God » Glorifying » Glory of
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Luke 2:10 (show verse)
And the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid; for look, I am bringing good news that will cause great joy to all people.
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Good » Tidings » Spiritual
The gospel » Brings peace
Holy spirit » Sin against
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » The gospel, good tidings of
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
good Tidings » Spiritual
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Good » Tidings » Spiritual
The gospel » Brings peace
Holy spirit » Sin against
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » The gospel, good tidings of
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
good Tidings » Spiritual
Luke 2:11 (show verse)
For a Savior has been born today in David's city [i.e., Bethlehem], who is Christ the Lord [i.e., God's specially chosen one].
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Anger of God » Averted by Christ
Christ » Saviour » Came to earth to be
Christ » Names of » Saviour
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Christ the lord
Jesus Christ » Names of » Saviour
Joy » The gospel, good tidings of
Mary » The mother of jesus
Names » Of Christ » Saviour
Jesus Christ, Savior » Came to earth to be
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Anger of God » Averted by Christ
Christ » Saviour » Came to earth to be
Christ » Names of » Saviour
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Christ the lord
Jesus Christ » Names of » Saviour
Joy » The gospel, good tidings of
Mary » The mother of jesus
Names » Of Christ » Saviour
Jesus Christ, Savior » Came to earth to be
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Luke 2:12 (show verse)
And this is the sign [that will verify it] to you: You will find a baby wrapped in [linen] cloths lying in an animal's feeding trough."
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Children » Treatment of, at birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
special divine Manifestations » Signs given to confirm faith
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Swaddle » Wrapping » Of children
Angels » Announced: » The birth of Christ
Children » Treatment of, at birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
special divine Manifestations » Signs given to confirm faith
Mary » The mother of jesus
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Swaddle » Wrapping » Of children
Luke 2:13 (show verse)
Then suddenly there appeared with the angel a large number of the heavenly "army" [i.e., of angels], who were praising God and saying,
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Wait upon Christ
Angels » Nature » Hosts
Angels » Celebrate the praises of God
Christ » For select reading » Angels wait upon
Heavenly » Multitude » Praise
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ
Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when jesus was born
Mary » The mother of jesus
Peace » General references to spiritual
Praise » In heaven
Praise » Encouraged » Heavenly
Praise » The heavenly host engage in
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Worship » Parental prayers » Heavenly
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Wait upon Christ
Angels » Nature » Hosts
Angels » Celebrate the praises of God
Christ » For select reading » Angels wait upon
Heavenly » Multitude » Praise
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ
Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when jesus was born
Mary » The mother of jesus
Peace » General references to spiritual
Praise » In heaven
Praise » Encouraged » Heavenly
Praise » The heavenly host engage in
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Worship » Parental prayers » Heavenly
Luke 2:14 (show verse)
"May there be glory to God in the highest [heavens], and may there be peace on earth among men who are pleasing to God."
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Celebrate the praises of God
Anger of God » Averted by Christ
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Angels
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The angels
The gospel » Brings peace
Heavenly » Multitude » Praise
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ
Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when jesus was born
Mary » The mother of jesus
Peace » General references to spiritual
spiritual Peace » Announced by angels
Praise » In heaven
Praise » Encouraged » Heavenly
Reconciliation with God » Proclaimed by angels at the birth of Christ
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Worship » Parental prayers » Heavenly
Angel (a spirit) » Appearances of » To the shepherds
Angels » Celebrate the praises of God
Anger of God » Averted by Christ
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Angels
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The angels
The gospel » Brings peace
Heavenly » Multitude » Praise
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Joy » Great joy, occasions of » The incarnation of Christ
Joy » Instances of » Of angels, when jesus was born
Mary » The mother of jesus
Peace » General references to spiritual
spiritual Peace » Announced by angels
Praise » In heaven
Praise » Encouraged » Heavenly
Reconciliation with God » Proclaimed by angels at the birth of Christ
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Worship » Parental prayers » Heavenly
Luke 2:15 (show verse)
And it happened when the angels left them and returned to heaven, that the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go to Bethlehem now and see what all happened that the Lord told us about."
Angel (a spirit) » Functions of » Announces the birth of jesus
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » Birthplace of jesus
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Seeking God » Includes seeking » Christ
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Bethlehem » A city » A city southwest of jerusalem » Birthplace of jesus
Jesus Christ » History of » Angels appear to the shepherds (in the vicinity of bethlehem)
Mary » The mother of jesus
Seeking God » Includes seeking » Christ
Shepherd » Angels appeared to
Luke 2:16 (show verse)
So, they went quickly and found both Mary and Joseph with the baby, lying in the animal's feeding trough.
Luke 2:17 (show verse)
And when they saw this, they told [everyone] what the angel had said about this baby.
Luke 2:18 (show verse)
And all who heard it marveled at the things the shepherds told them.
Luke 2:19 (show verse)
But Mary treasured all these things and wondered about them [often].
Luke 2:20 (show verse)
Then the shepherds returned [to their fields], honoring and praising God for everything they had heard and seen, for it all happened just as they had been told.
Luke 2:21 (show verse)
Eight days later it was time to circumcise Jesus [i.e., to perform the Jewish rite of identity, signifying the responsibility to observe the law of Moses], and they named Him Jesus, which was the name given by the angel before He was [even] conceived.
Children » Named at circumcision
Circumcision » Child named at the time of
Circumcision » Instances of » Jesus
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Circumcision
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » History of » Circumcision of (at bethlehem)
the Law of moses » Christ » Circumcised according to
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Circumcision » Child named at the time of
Circumcision » Instances of » Jesus
the Human nature of Christ » Is proved by his » Circumcision
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » History of » Circumcision of (at bethlehem)
the Law of moses » Christ » Circumcised according to
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Luke 2:22 (show verse)
Then when the days of their purification according to the law of Moses were completed [Note: This was a set procedure required for a Jewish mother on the birth of a child. See Lev. 12:1-8], Joseph and Mary brought Jesus up to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord.
Defilement » Caused by » Childbirth
the First-born » Laws respecting, observed at Christ's birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Purification » For women » After childbirth
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
The Second Temple » Christ » Presented in
Women » Purifications of » After childbirth
the First-born » Laws respecting, observed at Christ's birth
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Purification » For women » After childbirth
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
The Second Temple » Christ » Presented in
Women » Purifications of » After childbirth
Luke 2:23 (show verse)
(It is recorded in the law of the Lord [Ex. 13:2, 12] that every firstborn male child be considered holy [i.e., specially dedicated] to the Lord.)
Luke 2:24 (show verse)
They came to offer a sacrifice of two doves or two young pigeons, in accordance with what is written in the law of Moses.
Birds » Used as sacrifices » Pigeons, offered in sacrifice
Birds » Used as sacrifices » Turtle doves, offered in sacrifice
turtle Dove » Prescribed for purification » Of women
Doves » Turtle doves, offered in sacrifice
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Pigeon » Used as sacrifice
Pigeons » Pigeons, offered in sacrifice
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Birds » Used as sacrifices » Turtle doves, offered in sacrifice
turtle Dove » Prescribed for purification » Of women
Doves » Turtle doves, offered in sacrifice
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Pigeon » Used as sacrifice
Pigeons » Pigeons, offered in sacrifice
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Luke 2:25 (show verse)
Now there was a righteous and devoted man named Simeon at Jerusalem, who was expecting the consolation of the Israelites [i.e., the coming of the Messiah to save them], and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
Character » Of saints » Just
Character of saints » Just
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
God » Voice of select readings » Waiting for
Holy spirit » Examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Holy spirit » Old testament reference to » Saul's messengers
Holy spirit » Inspiration of » The prophets » Simeon
Holy spirit » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Holy spirit » Baptism of » Simeon
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Consolation of israel
Jews, the » Christ » Expected by
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Names » Of Christ » Consolation of israel
Obedience » Instances of » Simeon
Patience » In waiting for God
Patience » Exemplified » Simeon
Patience » Instances of » Simeon
Piety » Examples of piety » Simeon
Power » Of the holy spirit examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Power » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Religion » Examples of piety » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Simeon » A devout man who blessed Christ
Spirit » Examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Spirit » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
True religion » Examples of piety » Simeon
Waiting » For the consolation of israel
Waiting upon God » For » The consolation of israel
Character of saints » Just
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
God » Voice of select readings » Waiting for
Holy spirit » Examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Holy spirit » Old testament reference to » Saul's messengers
Holy spirit » Inspiration of » The prophets » Simeon
Holy spirit » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Holy spirit » Baptism of » Simeon
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Consolation of israel
Jews, the » Christ » Expected by
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Names » Of Christ » Consolation of israel
Obedience » Instances of » Simeon
Patience » In waiting for God
Patience » Exemplified » Simeon
Patience » Instances of » Simeon
Piety » Examples of piety » Simeon
Power » Of the holy spirit examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Power » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Religion » Examples of piety » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Simeon » A devout man who blessed Christ
Spirit » Examples of men receiving the gift of, under the old dispensation » Saul's messengers
Spirit » Believers in the early church baptized with » Simeon
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
True religion » Examples of piety » Simeon
Waiting » For the consolation of israel
Waiting upon God » For » The consolation of israel
Luke 2:26 (show verse)
Now it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die until he had seen the Lord's Christ [i.e., God's, specially chosen one].
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
The Holy Spirit As Teacher » As such he » Reveals the future
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Holy spirit » Inspiration of » The prophets » Simeon
Hope » Messianic » Simeon
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Lord's Christ
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Messianic hope » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
The Holy Spirit As Teacher » As such he » Reveals the future
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Holy spirit » Inspiration of » The prophets » Simeon
Hope » Messianic » Simeon
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Lord's Christ
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Messianic hope » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Luke 2:27 (show verse)
And he was led by the Holy Spirit into the Temple, and when Joseph and Mary brought the baby Jesus in, so they could do to Him what was customary under the law of Moses,
Jesus Christ, Deity Of » As jehovah, the messenger of the covenant
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » Divinity of » Jehovah the messenger of the covenant
Jesus Christ » Names of » Child
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod's
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
The Second Temple » Christ » Presented in
Worship » Temples » Herod's
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » Divinity of » Jehovah the messenger of the covenant
Jesus Christ » Names of » Child
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod's
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
The Second Temple » Christ » Presented in
Worship » Temples » Herod's
Luke 2:28 (show verse)
Simeon took Jesus in his arms, praised God and said,
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Praise » Exemplified » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Simeon
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Simeon
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Praise » Exemplified » Simeon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Simeon
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Simeon
Luke 2:29 (show verse)
"Master, you may now allow your servant to be released [i.e., die] in peace, according to what you said.
death » Desired » Simeon
the Death of saints » Sometimes desired
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
spiritual Peace » Saints » Die in
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
the Death of saints » Sometimes desired
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Holy spirit » Being invoked as jehovah
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
spiritual Peace » Saints » Die in
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Luke 2:30 (show verse)
For my eyes have seen your salvation [i.e., Jesus],
Atonement » Made by jesus » Divinely ordained
Christ » Salvation through » Only through Christ
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Salvation
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Salvation » Only through Christ
Salvation » Saints » Satisfied by
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Sinners » Salvation » Only through Christ
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Christ » Salvation through » Only through Christ
Delayed blessings » Messiah
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Salvation
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Salvation » Only through Christ
Salvation » Saints » Satisfied by
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Sinners » Salvation » Only through Christ
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Luke 2:31 (show verse)
which [i.e., whom] you have prepared before all people [i.e., for their benefit],
Atonement » Made by jesus » Divinely ordained
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
God » Divine preparation for the needs of believers » A glorious inheritance
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Preparation » Divine preparation for the needs of believers » A glorious inheritance
divine Providence » Divine preparation for the needs of believers » A glorious inheritance
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
God » Divine preparation for the needs of believers » A glorious inheritance
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Preparation » Divine preparation for the needs of believers » A glorious inheritance
divine Providence » Divine preparation for the needs of believers » A glorious inheritance
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Luke 2:32 (show verse)
[to be] a light for revealing [God's way of salvation] to the [unconverted] Gentiles, and a [source of] glory to your people, the Israelites."
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Gentiles » Christ given as a light to
Glory » Christ is, to his people
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Glory of israel
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Light » Illustrative of » Christ the source of all wisdom
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Gentiles » Christ given as a light to
Glory » Christ is, to his people
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jesus Christ » Names of » Glory of israel
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Joy » Instances of » Of simeon, when jesus was presented in the temple
Light » Illustrative of » Christ the source of all wisdom
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Luke 2:33 (show verse)
And Jesus' [step-] father and His mother were amazed at the things said about Him.
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Luke 2:34 (show verse)
Then Simeon [asked God to] bless them and said to Jesus' mother Mary, "Look, many Israelites will be caused to fall [i.e., into spiritual ruin] or rise [i.e., to spiritual renewal] because of Him. And [He will be] a 'sign' [for people] to speak against,
Benedictions » Instances of » By simeon, upon jesus
Blessings » Pronounced upon persons by men
Glory of the The church » Derived from Christ
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Blessings » Pronounced upon persons by men
Glory of the The church » Derived from Christ
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Luke 2:35 (show verse)
and thus reveal the thoughts of many hearts. Yes, and a sword will cut you [Mary] to the heart [i.e., causing you inward pain]."
Faith » Instances of » Simeon, when he saw jesus in the temple courtyard
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Mary » The mother of jesus » Prophecies concerning
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Swords » Illustrative » Of deep mental affliction
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Mary » The mother of jesus » Prophecies concerning
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
Simeon » Devout man » Jerusalem » Blesses jesus (when an infant) in the temple
Swords » Illustrative » Of deep mental affliction
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Simeon blesses the infant jesus in
Luke 2:36 (show verse)
And there was a woman prophet named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, from the tribe of Asher [i.e., she was a descendant of one of Jacob's son]. (She was very old, having lived with her husband for [only] seven years after being married,
Anna » Devout » Widow
The tribe of Asher » Remarkable persons of
Attendance » Reasons for » A comfort in old age
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Long life » Examples of vigorous » Anna
Longevity » Instances of » Anna, older than eighty-four years
Old age » Examples of vigorous » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Prophets » Mentioned in scripture » Anna
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Anna, the prophetess
Sabbath » Worship celebrated on » A comfort in old age
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Anna, the prophetess, lives in
Virtues » Of women » A devotional spirit
Widow » Instances of » Anna
crowning qualities of Womanhood » A devotional spirit
Women » Persistence of examples of » Piety of
Women » Counsel of » Devout
Women » As prophets » Anna
Women » Prophetesses » Anna
The tribe of Asher » Remarkable persons of
Attendance » Reasons for » A comfort in old age
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Long life » Examples of vigorous » Anna
Longevity » Instances of » Anna, older than eighty-four years
Old age » Examples of vigorous » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Prophets » Mentioned in scripture » Anna
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Anna, the prophetess
Sabbath » Worship celebrated on » A comfort in old age
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Anna, the prophetess, lives in
Virtues » Of women » A devotional spirit
Widow » Instances of » Anna
crowning qualities of Womanhood » A devotional spirit
Women » Persistence of examples of » Piety of
Women » Counsel of » Devout
Women » As prophets » Anna
Women » Prophetesses » Anna
Luke 2:37 (show verse)
and has been a widow [all these years], and is now eighty-four years old.) She has never left the Temple, but worships [God] by fasting [i.e., going without food and/or water for religious reasons] and praying night and day.
Anna » Devout » Widow
Attendance » Reasons for » A comfort in old age
Devotional life » Morning devotions » Prayerfulness
Distinctions of women » Some special distinctions » First preacher to the jews
Fasting » Of saints--exemplified » Anna
Fasting » Habitual » By anna
Fidelity » Of women » First preacher to the jews
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Longevity » Instances of » Anna, older than eighty-four years
Piety » Examples of piety » Anna
Prayer » Anna
private Prayer » Exemplified » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Anna, the prophetess
Religion » Examples of piety » Anna
Righteousness » Examples of
Sabbath » Worship celebrated on » A comfort in old age
Temple » Solomon's » Uses of the temple » For prayer and worship
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Anna, the prophetess, lives in
True religion » Examples of piety » Anna
Watchfulness » Exemplified » Anna
Widow » Instances of » Anna
Widow's » Character of true
Widow's » Often devoted themselves entirely to God's service
Women » Sufferings of » As widows
Women » Distinctions of » First preacher to the jews
Women » Fidelity of » First preacher to the jews
Women » As prophets » Anna
Women » Good » Anna
Attendance » Reasons for » A comfort in old age
Devotional life » Morning devotions » Prayerfulness
Distinctions of women » Some special distinctions » First preacher to the jews
Fasting » Of saints--exemplified » Anna
Fasting » Habitual » By anna
Fidelity » Of women » First preacher to the jews
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Longevity » Instances of » Anna, older than eighty-four years
Piety » Examples of piety » Anna
Prayer » Anna
private Prayer » Exemplified » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Anna, the prophetess
Religion » Examples of piety » Anna
Righteousness » Examples of
Sabbath » Worship celebrated on » A comfort in old age
Temple » Solomon's » Uses of the temple » For prayer and worship
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Anna, the prophetess, lives in
True religion » Examples of piety » Anna
Watchfulness » Exemplified » Anna
Widow » Instances of » Anna
Widow's » Character of true
Widow's » Often devoted themselves entirely to God's service
Women » Sufferings of » As widows
Women » Distinctions of » First preacher to the jews
Women » Fidelity of » First preacher to the jews
Women » As prophets » Anna
Women » Good » Anna
Luke 2:38 (show verse)
She came forward at that very time and thanked God [in prayer] and spoke about the child [Jesus] to everyone [in the Temple area] who was expecting the redemption of the people of Jerusalem [i.e., their liberation from sin].
Distinctions of women » Some special distinctions » First preacher to the jews
Fidelity » Of women » First preacher to the jews
God » Mysteries of » Redemption by
Hope » Messianic » Anna
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jews, the » Christ » Expected by
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Man » Redemption of » God the author of
Messianic hope » Anna
Missionaries » Exemplified » Anna
Praise » Exemplified » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Redemption » God the author of
Religious zeal » Instances of » Anna
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Anna
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Anna
Women » Distinctions of » First preacher to the jews
Women » Fidelity of » First preacher to the jews
Women » As prophets » Anna
Fidelity » Of women » First preacher to the jews
God » Mysteries of » Redemption by
Hope » Messianic » Anna
Jesus Christ » History of » Is presented in the temple (in jerusalem)
Jews, the » Christ » Expected by
Joseph » Husband of mary » Presents jesus in the temple
Man » Redemption of » God the author of
Messianic hope » Anna
Missionaries » Exemplified » Anna
Praise » Exemplified » Anna
Prophetesses » Anna
Redemption » God the author of
Religious zeal » Instances of » Anna
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus brought to, according to the law and custom
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Anna
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Anna
Women » Distinctions of » First preacher to the jews
Women » Fidelity of » First preacher to the jews
Women » As prophets » Anna
Luke 2:39 (show verse)
So, when Joseph and Mary had completed everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to their [current home] town of Nazareth, in Galilee.
Luke 2:40 (show verse)
And the child [i.e., Jesus] grew and became strong. He was filled with wisdom and God's favor was upon Him.
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Children » Jesus
Christ » Vine name applied to » Of Christ
Christ » Grace of » Exhibited in childhood
Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Natural growth
Jesus The Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
spiritual Development » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
Grace » Of Christ » Exhibited in childhood
Grace » Christ's » Exhibited in childhood
Grace » Was upon Christ
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy Christ
Humility of Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Natural growth
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Spiritual » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
Wisdom » Christ's
Children » Jesus
Christ » Vine name applied to » Of Christ
Christ » Grace of » Exhibited in childhood
Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Natural growth
Jesus The Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
spiritual Development » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
Grace » Of Christ » Exhibited in childhood
Grace » Christ's » Exhibited in childhood
Grace » Was upon Christ
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy Christ
Humility of Christ » He had the common experiences of humanity » Natural growth
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Spiritual » Examples of growth » The boy Christ
Wisdom » Christ's
Luke 2:41 (show verse)
Now Jesus' parents went to Jerusalem every year to attend the Passover Festival. [Note: This was the annual Jewish festival commemorating Israel's deliverance from Egyptian bondage under Moses' leadership].
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Feast » Of the passover
Feasts » Jewish
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Observed » By jesus
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Attended by women
Hebrew » Feasts
Jerusalem » And
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Characteristics of » Faithfulness to religious duty
Passover » Feast of » Held on the 14th of the first month, abib (april), to commemorate the exodus from egypt
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Feast » Of the passover
Feasts » Jewish
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Observed » By jesus
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Attended by women
Hebrew » Feasts
Jerusalem » And
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Characteristics of » Faithfulness to religious duty
Passover » Feast of » Held on the 14th of the first month, abib (april), to commemorate the exodus from egypt
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:42 (show verse)
When Jesus was twelve years old, they [all] went up to the Festival as usual.
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Feasts » Instituted by moses » Observed » By jesus
the anniversary Feasts » Children commenced attending, when twelve years old
Jerusalem » The jews » Went up to, at the feasts
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Feasts » Instituted by moses » Observed » By jesus
the anniversary Feasts » Children commenced attending, when twelve years old
Jerusalem » The jews » Went up to, at the feasts
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:43 (show verse)
And when they had completed [all] the days [of festivities], and were returning [home], the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. Now His parents did not know this,
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Jesus Christ » Names of » Child
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Jesus Christ » Names of » Child
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:44 (show verse)
so thinking He was in the caravan, they continued traveling for an entire day [before] they began looking for Him among their relatives and friends.
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Feasts » Instituted by moses » All males were required to attend
the anniversary Feasts » The jews went up to, in large companies
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Travelers » Often collected together and formed caravans
Feasts » Instituted by moses » All males were required to attend
the anniversary Feasts » The jews went up to, in large companies
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Travelers » Often collected together and formed caravans
Luke 2:45 (show verse)
And when they could not find Him, they returned to Jerusalem to look for Him.
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Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:46 (show verse)
And it happened after three days that they found Him in the Temple, sitting in the middle of the [Jewish] teachers, listening to them and asking questions.
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Children » Worship
Children » Mode of giving public instruction to
Children » Jesus
Doctor » A teacher, or master
Doctors of the law » Doctors
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
the Law of moses » Public instruction given to youth in
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus in, when a youth
Children » Worship
Children » Mode of giving public instruction to
Children » Jesus
Doctor » A teacher, or master
Doctors of the law » Doctors
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
the Law of moses » Public instruction given to youth in
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Temple » Herod the great's temple » Jesus in, when a youth
Luke 2:47 (show verse)
And all of them who heard Him were amazed at His understanding [i.e., of spiritual matters] and His answers [to questions they would ask Him].
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Children » Jesus
Jesus The Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Children » Jesus
Jesus The Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » Prophet » Abounded in wisdom
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:48 (show verse)
When His parents [finally] saw Him, they were very surprised and His mother asked Him, "Son, why have you treated us this way? Look, your [step-] father and I have been anxiously searching for you."
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Parents » Parental affection exemplified by » Mary
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Parents » Parental affection exemplified by » Mary
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Luke 2:49 (show verse)
And He replied to them, "Why were you looking for me? Did you not know that I had to be in my Father's house [i.e., the Temple]?"
Activity » Christ's zeal » General references to
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Children » Good Children » Good Parents » The boy jesus
Children » Examples of helpful » The boy Christ about his father's business
Christ » Divinity of Christ of God, universal » Zeal of
Christ » Christ's zeal » Activity » The Call of Duty » Doing His Father's Business
Christ, character of » Zealous
Diligence » Christ, an example
Diligence » Jesus an example of
Fervour » Christ's zeal » General references to
Helpful children » The boy Christ about his father's business
Home » Examples of helpful » The boy Christ about his father's business
Imperative call » Christ felt the imperative call of duty » Doing His Father's Business
Jesus Christ » History of » Discussions with the religious experts in the temple area (in jerusalem)
Joseph » Husband of mary » Attends the annual feast at jerusalem with his family
Mary » The mother of jesus » Chlidhood » Jesus
Passover » Jesus in the temple courtyard at the time of
Young men » Examples of Godly young men » Jesus (in the temple)
Zeal » Christ's » General references to
Bible stories for children » Three young men who would not bend, budge, or burn da 3 » The lost boy who was found in the church
Children » Good Children » Good Parents » The boy jesus
Children » Examples of helpful » The boy Christ about his father's business
Christ » Divinity of Christ of God, universal » Zeal of
Christ » Christ's zeal » Activity » The Call of Duty » Doing His Father's Business
Christ, character of » Zealous
Diligence » Christ, an example
Diligence » Jesus an example of
Fervour » Christ's zeal » General references to
Helpful children » The boy Christ about his father's business
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Luke 2:50 (show verse)
But they did not understand what He meant when He said that to them.
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Luke 2:51 (show verse)
So, Jesus went down to Nazareth with them and [continued] to obey them. And His mother kept all these things [stored up] in her heart.
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Luke 2:52 (show verse)
And Jesus advanced in wisdom; He grew up and [increased] in favor with God and men.
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