Luke 2:28-32

28 Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying:
29 “Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss[a] your servant in peace.
30 For my eyes have seen your salvation,
31 which you have prepared in the sight of all nations:
32 a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel.”

Cross References 4

  • 1. ver 26
  • 2. Acts 2:24
  • 3. Isaiah 40:5; Isaiah 52:10; Luke 3:6
  • 4. Isaiah 42:6; Isaiah 49:6; Acts 13:47; Acts 26:23

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. Or "promised," / "now dismiss"
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