Thematic Bible




Luke 2:1 (show verse)

Now it came to pass, in those days, that there went forth a decree from Caesar Augustus, for all the inhabited earth to be enrolled:

Luke 2:2 (show verse)

this enrolment, first was made while Cyrenius was governor of Syria:

Luke 2:3 (show verse)

and all were journeying to be enrolled, each one unto his own city.

Luke 2:4 (show verse)

And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of a city Nazareth, into Judaea, into the city of David which is called Bethlehem; because he was of the house and family of David:

Luke 2:5 (show verse)

to enrol himself with Mary who was betrothed to him, she being with child.

Luke 2:6 (show verse)

And it came to pass, while they were there, that the days were fulfilled for her to give birth;

Luke 2:7 (show verse)

and she gave birth to her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.

Luke 2:8 (show verse)

And there were, shepherds, in the same country, dwelling in the fields, and keeping the watches of the night over their flock.

Luke 2:9 (show verse)

And, a messenger of the Lord, stood over them, and, a glory of the Lord, shone round about them; and they feared, a great fear.

Luke 2:10 (show verse)

And the messenger said unto them - Be not afraid! For lo! I bring you good tidings of a great joy, the which shall be for all the people:

Luke 2:11 (show verse)

That there hath been born unto you, this day, a saviour, - Who is Christ the Lord - in the city of David!

Luke 2:12 (show verse)

And, this, to you is, a sign: Ye shall find a babe, wrapped in swaddling clothes, and lying in a manger.

Luke 2:13 (show verse)

And, suddenly, there came to be, with the messenger, the throng of the heavenly host, praising God, and saying -

Luke 2:14 (show verse)

Glory, in the highest, unto God! And, on earth, peace, among men of goodwill.

Luke 2:15 (show verse)

And it came to pass, when the messengers had departed from them into heaven, that, the shepherds, began to say one to another - Let us go through forthwith as far as to Bethlehem, and see this thing which hath come to pass, which the Lord hath made known to us.

Luke 2:16 (show verse)

And they came, with haste, and found both Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in the manger.

Luke 2:17 (show verse)

Now, when they beheld, they made known concerning the thing which had been told them as to this child.

Luke 2:18 (show verse)

And, all who heard, marvelled concerning the things which had been told by the shepherds unto them;

Luke 2:19 (show verse)

but, Mary, was closely observing, all, these things, putting them together in her heart.

Luke 2:20 (show verse)

And the shepherds returned, giving glory and singing praise unto God, over all things which they had heard and seen, according as it had been told unto them.

Luke 2:21 (show verse)

And, when eight days were fulfilled for circumcising him, then was his name called, Jesus, - which it was called by the messenger, before he was conceived in the womb.

Luke 2:22 (show verse)

And, when the days of their purification, according to the law of Moses, were fulfilled, they took him up into Jerusalem, to present him unto the Lord, -

Luke 2:23 (show verse)

according as it is written in the law of the Lord - Every male that is a firstborn, Holy unto the Lord, shall be called,

Luke 2:24 (show verse)

and to give a sacrifice, according to that which is said in the law of the Lord - A pair of turtle-doves, or two young pigeons.

Luke 2:25 (show verse)

And lo! there was, a man, in Jerusalem, whose name, was Symeon; and, this man, was righteous and devout, awaiting the consolation of Israel, and 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

Luke 2:26 (show verse)

and it had been intimated to him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Christ of the Lord.

Luke 2:27 (show verse)

And he came, in the Spirit, into the temple; and, when the parents brought in the child Jesus, that they might do according to that which was customary by the law concerning it,

Luke 2:28 (show verse)

even he, welcomed it into his arms, and blessed God, and said -

Luke 2:29 (show verse)

Now, dost thou dismiss thy servant, O Sovereign, according to thy declaration - in peace;

Luke 2:30 (show verse)

Because mine eyes have seen thy salvation,

Luke 2:31 (show verse)

Which thou hast prepared in face of all the peoples:

Luke 2:32 (show verse)

A light for the unveiling of nations, and the glory of thy people Israel.

Luke 2:33 (show verse)

And his father and mother were marvelling over the things which were being spoken concerning him.

Luke 2:34 (show verse)

And Symeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother - Lo! this one, is being set for the falling and rising of many in Israel, and for a sign to be spoken against;

Luke 2:35 (show verse)

And, thou! through thy very soul, shall pass a sword, that, reasonings, may be revealed, out of many hearts.

Luke 2:36 (show verse)

And there was one Anna, a prophetess, daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher; - the same, advanced in many days; having lived with a husband seven years from her virginity,

Luke 2:37 (show verse)

and, she, had been a widow for as long as eighty-four years, - who left not the temple, with fastings and supplications, rendering divine service night and day; -

Luke 2:38 (show verse)

and, in that very hour, coming near, she began to give thanks unto God, and to speak concerning him unto all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem.

Luke 2:39 (show verse)

And, when they had finished all things that were according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, into their own city, Nazareth.

Luke 2:40 (show verse)

And, the child, went on growing, and waxing strong, becoming filled with wisdom; and, the favour of God, was upon it.

Luke 2:41 (show verse)

And his parents used to journey yearly into Jerusalem, at the feast of the passover.

Luke 2:42 (show verse)

And, when he became twelve years, and they went up, according to the custom of the feast,

Luke 2:43 (show verse)

and completed the days, and then were returning, the boy Jesus remained behind in Jerusalem, - and his parents noticed it not;

Luke 2:44 (show verse)

but, supposing him to be in the company, went a day's journey, and then began to seek for him among their kinsfolk and acquaintances,

Luke 2:45 (show verse)

and, not finding him, returned unto Jerusalem, seeking him.

Luke 2:46 (show verse)

And it came to pass, that, after three days, they found him in the temple, sitting amidst the teachers, - both hearkening unto them, and questioning them.

Luke 2:47 (show verse)

Now all who heard him were beside themselves, because of his understanding and his answers.

Luke 2:48 (show verse)

And, when they behold him, they were astounded, and his mother said unto him - Child! why, hast thou dealt with us, thus? Lo! thy father and I, in anguish, were seeking thee.

Luke 2:49 (show verse)

And he said unto them - Why was it that ye were seeking me? Perceived ye not, that, in the courts of my Father, I must needs be?

Luke 2:50 (show verse)

And, they, understood not the thing which he spake to them.

Luke 2:51 (show verse)

And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was submitting himself unto them. And, his mother, was closely observing all these things in her heart.

Luke 2:52 (show verse)

And, Jesus, went on advancing in wisdom, and in stature, and in favour with God and men.