Holy Bible, The New Living Translation
Book of Luke
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Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:1 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:1 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:1 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:1 JFB -> Commentary on 2:1 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:1 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:1 PNT -> Commentary on 2:1 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:1 SRN -> Study Notes on 2:1 TFG -> Commentary on 2:1 TSK -> Commentary on 2:1 TSK -> Entry for 2:1 WEN -> Notes on 2:1 NTB -> Augustus; Caesar; Census; Government; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Roman Empire; Tax; Tribute (Taxes) TTT -> Prophecies Respecting Christ; Providence of God, The; Roman Empire, The; Tribute EBD -> Augustus; Caesar; Census; Mary; Nativity of Christ SBD -> Taxing TV -> Devotional using 2:1 TV -> Devotional using 2:1 WJD -> Devotional using 2:1 TV -> Devotional using 2:1 WJD -> Devotional using 2:1 2:1 - [In Context] At that time the Roman emperor, Augustus, decreed that a census should be taken throughout the Roman Empire.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:2 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:2 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:2 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:2 JFB -> Commentary on 2:2 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:2 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:2 PNT -> Commentary on 2:2 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:2 TFG -> Commentary on 2:2 TSK -> Commentary on 2:2 TSK -> Entry for 2:2 WEN -> Notes on 2:2 NTB -> Census; Cyrenius (Quirinius); Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Quirinius; Syria; Tax; Tribute (Taxes) TTT -> Providence of God, The; Syria; Tribute EBD -> Cyrenius; Governor; Taxing SBD -> Cyrenius TV -> Devotional using 2:2 TV -> Devotional using 2:2 WJD -> Devotional using 2:2 TV -> Devotional using 2:2 WJD -> Devotional using 2:2 2:2 - [In Context] (This was the first census taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.)
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:3 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:3 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:3 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:3 JFB -> Commentary on 2:3 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:3 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:3 PNT -> Commentary on 2:3 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:3 TFG -> Commentary on 2:3 WEN -> Notes on 2:3 NTB -> Census; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Syria; Tax; Tribute (Taxes) TTT -> Providence of God, The; Tribute TV -> Devotional using 2:3 TV -> Devotional using 2:3 WJD -> Devotional using 2:3 TV -> Devotional using 2:3 WJD -> Devotional using 2:3 2:3 - [In Context] All returned to their own towns to register for this census.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:4 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:4 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:4 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:4 JFB -> Commentary on 2:4 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:4 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:4 PNT -> Commentary on 2:4 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:4 TFG -> Commentary on 2:4 TSK -> Commentary on 2:4 TSK -> Entry for 2:4 WEN -> Notes on 2:4 NTB -> Bethlehem; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Nazareth; Tribute (Taxes) TTT -> Humility of Christ, The; Prophecies Respecting Christ; Providence of God, The; Tribute EBD -> Bethlehem; City; David, City of; Joseph TV -> Devotional using 2:4 TV -> Devotional using 2:4 TV -> Devotional using 2:4 WJD -> Devotional using 2:4 TV -> Devotional using 2:4 TV -> Devotional using 2:4 WJD -> Devotional using 2:4 2:4 - [In Context] And because Joseph was a descendant of King David, he had to go to Bethlehem in Judea, David's ancient home. He traveled there from the village of Nazareth in Galilee.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:5 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:5 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:5 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:5 JFB -> Commentary on 2:5 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:5 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:5 PNT -> Commentary on 2:5 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:5 TFG -> Commentary on 2:5 TSK -> Commentary on 2:5 TSK -> Entry for 2:5 WEN -> Notes on 2:5 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Mary; Tribute (Taxes) TTT -> Humility of Christ, The; Prophecies Respecting Christ; Tribute EBD -> Husband TV -> Devotional using 2:5 TV -> Devotional using 2:5 TV -> Devotional using 2:5 WJD -> Devotional using 2:5 TV -> Devotional using 2:5 TV -> Devotional using 2:5 WJD -> Devotional using 2:5 2:5 - [In Context] He took with him Mary, his fianc‚e, who was obviously pregnant by this time.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:6 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:6 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:6 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:6 JFB -> Commentary on 2:6 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:6 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:6 PNT -> Commentary on 2:6 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:6 TFG -> Commentary on 2:6 TSK -> Commentary on 2:6 TSK -> Entry for 2:6 WEN -> Notes on 2:6 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Mary TTT -> Humility of Christ, The; Prophecies Respecting Christ EBD -> Mary TV -> Devotional using 2:6 TV -> Devotional using 2:6 TV -> Devotional using 2:6 WJD -> Devotional using 2:6 TV -> Devotional using 2:6 TV -> Devotional using 2:6 WJD -> Devotional using 2:6 2:6 - [In Context] And while they were there, the time came for her baby to be born.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:7 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:7 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:7 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:7 JFB -> Commentary on 2:7 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:7 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:7 PNT -> Commentary on 2:7 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:7 TFG -> Commentary on 2:7 TSK -> Commentary on 2:7 TSK -> Entry for 2:7 WEN -> Notes on 2:7 NTB -> Angel (a spirit); Children; Inn; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Manger; Mary; Swaddle TTT -> Human Nature of Christ, The; Humility of Christ, The; Prophecies Respecting Christ; Travellers EBD -> Birth; Chimham; Guest-chamber; Humiliation of Christ; Inn; Manger; Mary; Nativity of Christ SBD -> Children; Manger TV -> Devotional using 2:7 TV -> Devotional using 2:7 TV -> Devotional using 2:7 WJD -> Devotional using 2:7 TV -> Devotional using 2:7 TV -> Devotional using 2:7 WJD -> Devotional using 2:7 2:7 - [In Context] She gave birth to her first child, a son. She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the village inn.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:8 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:8 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:8 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:8 JFB -> Commentary on 2:8 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:8 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:8 PNT -> Commentary on 2:8 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:8 TFG -> Commentary on 2:8 TSK -> Commentary on 2:8 TSK -> Entry for 2:8 WEN -> Notes on 2:8 NTB -> Angel (a spirit); Cloud; Jesus, The Christ; Mary; Shepherd TTT -> Night; Shepherds EBD -> Jesus; Sheep-fold SBD -> Shepherd TV -> Devotional using 2:8 TV -> Devotional using 2:8 WJD -> Devotional using 2:8 TV -> Devotional using 2:8 WJD -> Devotional using 2:8 2:8 - [In Context] That night some shepherds were in the fields outside the village, guarding their flocks of sheep.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:9 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:9 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:9 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:9 JFB -> Commentary on 2:9 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:9 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:9 PNT -> Commentary on 2:9 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:9 SRN -> Study Notes on 2:9 TFG -> Commentary on 2:9 TSK -> Commentary on 2:9 TSK -> Entry for 2:9 WEN -> Notes on 2:9 NTB -> Angel (a spirit); Cloud; Jesus, The Christ; Mary; Shepherd EBD -> Jesus SBD -> Shechinah TV -> Devotional using 2:9 TV -> Devotional using 2:9 WJD -> Devotional using 2:9 TV -> Devotional using 2:9 WJD -> Devotional using 2:9 2:9 - [In Context] Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord's glory surrounded them. They were terribly frightened,
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:10 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:10 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:10 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:10 JFB -> Commentary on 2:10 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:10 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:10 PNT -> Commentary on 2:10 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:10 TFG -> Commentary on 2:10 TSK -> Commentary on 2:10 TSK -> Entry for 2:10 WEN -> Notes on 2:10 NTB -> Angel (a spirit); Gospel; Holy Spirit; Jesus, The Christ; Joy; Mary; Salvation; Shepherd TTT -> Angels; Gospel, The; Joy EBD -> Jesus TV -> Devotional using 2:10 TV -> Devotional using 2:10 TV -> Devotional using 2:10 WJD -> Devotional using 2:10 TV -> Devotional using 2:10 TV -> Devotional using 2:10 WJD -> Devotional using 2:10 2:10 - [In Context] but the angel reassured them. "Don't be afraid!" he said. "I bring you good news of great joy for everyone!
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:11 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:11 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:11 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:11 JFB -> Commentary on 2:11 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:11 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:11 PNT -> Commentary on 2:11 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:11 SRN -> Study Notes on 2:11 TFG -> Commentary on 2:11 TSK -> Commentary on 2:11 TSK -> Entry for 2:11 WEN -> Notes on 2:11 NTB -> Angel (a spirit); Gospel; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Mary; Shepherd TTT -> Angels; Anger of God, The; Gospel, The; Human Nature of Christ, The; Joy EBD -> David, City of; Jesus TV -> Devotional using 2:11 TV -> Devotional using 2:11 TV -> Devotional using 2:11 TV -> Devotional using 2:11 TV -> Devotional using 2:11 WJD -> Devotional using 2:11 TV -> Devotional using 2:11 TV -> Devotional using 2:11 TV -> Devotional using 2:11 WJD -> Devotional using 2:11 2:11 - [In Context] The Savior – yes, the Messiah, the Lord – has been born tonight in Bethlehem, the city of David!
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:12 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:12 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:12 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:12 JFB -> Commentary on 2:12 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:12 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:12 PNT -> Commentary on 2:12 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:12 TFG -> Commentary on 2:12 TSK -> Commentary on 2:12 TSK -> Entry for 2:12 WEN -> Notes on 2:12 NTB -> Angel (a spirit); Children; Gospel; Jesus, The Christ; Manger; Mary; Shepherd; Swaddle TTT -> Angels EBD -> Birth; Jesus; Manger SBD -> Manger TV -> Devotional using 2:12 TV -> Devotional using 2:12 WJD -> Devotional using 2:12 TV -> Devotional using 2:12 WJD -> Devotional using 2:12 2:12 - [In Context] And this is how you will recognize him: You will find a baby lying in a manger, wrapped snugly in strips of cloth!"
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:13 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:13 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:13 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:13 JFB -> Commentary on 2:13 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:13 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:13 PNT -> Commentary on 2:13 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:13 SRN -> Study Notes on 2:13 TFG -> Commentary on 2:13 TSK -> Commentary on 2:13 TSK -> Entry for 2:13 WEN -> Notes on 2:13 NTB -> Angel (a spirit); Gospel; Jesus, The Christ; Joy; Mary; Praise; Shepherd TTT -> Angels; Praise EBD -> Angel; Jesus; Songs TV -> Devotional using 2:13 TV -> Devotional using 2:13 WJD -> Devotional using 2:13 TV -> Devotional using 2:13 WJD -> Devotional using 2:13 2:13 - [In Context] Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others – the armies of heaven – praising God:
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:14 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:14 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:14 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:14 JFB -> Commentary on 2:14 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:14 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:14 PNT -> Commentary on 2:14 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:14 SRN -> Study Notes on 2:14 TFG -> Commentary on 2:14 TSK -> Commentary on 2:14 TSK -> Entry for 2:14 WEN -> Notes on 2:14 NTB -> Angel (a spirit); Glorifying God; God; Gospel; Jesus, The Christ; Joy; Mary; Peace; Praise; Shepherd TTT -> Angels; Anger of God, The; Glorifying God; Gospel, The; Peace, Spiritual; Reconciliation with God EBD -> Jesus TV -> Devotional using 2:14 TV -> Devotional using 2:14 TV -> Devotional using 2:14 WJD -> Devotional using 2:14 TV -> Devotional using 2:14 TV -> Devotional using 2:14 WJD -> Devotional using 2:14 2:14 - [In Context] "Glory to God in the highest heaven, and peace on earth to all whom God favors. F6 "
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:15 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:15 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:15 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:15 JFB -> Commentary on 2:15 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:15 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:15 PNT -> Commentary on 2:15 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:15 SRN -> Study Notes on 2:15 TSK -> Commentary on 2:15 TSK -> Entry for 2:15 WEN -> Notes on 2:15 NTB -> Angel (a spirit); Bethlehem; Jesus, The Christ; Mary; Shepherd TTT -> Seeking God EBD -> Jesus SBD -> Bethlehem WJD -> Devotional using 2:15 WJD -> Devotional using 2:15 2:15 - [In Context] When the angels had returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, "Come on, let's go to Bethlehem! Let's see this wonderful thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about."
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:16 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:16 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:16 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:16 JFB -> Commentary on 2:16 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:16 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:16 PNT -> Commentary on 2:16 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:16 TSK -> Commentary on 2:16 TSK -> Entry for 2:16 WEN -> Notes on 2:16 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Manger; Mary; Shepherd TTT -> Seeking God EBD -> Jesus; Manger SBD -> Bethlehem; Manger TV -> Devotional using 2:16 TV -> Devotional using 2:16 WJD -> Devotional using 2:16 TV -> Devotional using 2:16 WJD -> Devotional using 2:16 2:16 - [In Context] They ran to the village and found Mary and Joseph. And there was the baby, lying in the manger.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:17 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:17 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:17 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:17 JFB -> Commentary on 2:17 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:17 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:17 PNT -> Commentary on 2:17 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:17 TFG -> Commentary on 2:17 TSK -> Commentary on 2:17 TSK -> Entry for 2:17 WEN -> Notes on 2:17 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Mary; Shepherd; Zeal, Religious TTT -> Missionaries, all Christians should be as EBD -> Jesus SBD -> Bethlehem TV -> Devotional using 2:17 TV -> Devotional using 2:17 WJD -> Devotional using 2:17 TV -> Devotional using 2:17 WJD -> Devotional using 2:17 2:17 - [In Context] Then the shepherds told everyone what had happened and what the angel had said to them about this child.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:18 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:18 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:18 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:18 JFB -> Commentary on 2:18 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:18 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:18 PNT -> Commentary on 2:18 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:18 TFG -> Commentary on 2:18 TSK -> Commentary on 2:18 TSK -> Entry for 2:18 WEN -> Notes on 2:18 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Mary; Shepherd; Zeal, Religious EBD -> Jesus SPG -> Devotional using 2:18 TV -> Devotional using 2:18 TV -> Devotional using 2:18 WJD -> Devotional using 2:18 TV -> Devotional using 2:18 WJD -> Devotional using 2:18 2:18 - [In Context] All who heard the shepherds' story were astonished,
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:19 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:19 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:19 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:19 JFB -> Commentary on 2:19 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:19 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:19 PNT -> Commentary on 2:19 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:19 TFG -> Commentary on 2:19 TSK -> Commentary on 2:19 TSK -> Entry for 2:19 WEN -> Notes on 2:19 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Mary; Shepherd EBD -> Jesus SPG -> Devotional using 2:19 TV -> Devotional using 2:19 TV -> Devotional using 2:19 WJD -> Devotional using 2:19 TV -> Devotional using 2:19 WJD -> Devotional using 2:19 2:19 - [In Context] but Mary quietly treasured these things in her heart and thought about them often.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:20 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:20 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:20 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:20 JFB -> Commentary on 2:20 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:20 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:20 PNT -> Commentary on 2:20 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:20 TFG -> Commentary on 2:20 TSK -> Commentary on 2:20 TSK -> Entry for 2:20 WEN -> Notes on 2:20 NTB -> Glorifying God; Jesus, The Christ; Joy; Praise; Shepherd; Thankfulness TTT -> Glorifying God; Praise EBD -> Jesus SPG -> Devotional using 2:20 TV -> Devotional using 2:20 TV -> Devotional using 2:20 TV -> Devotional using 2:20 WJD -> Devotional using 2:20 TV -> Devotional using 2:20 TV -> Devotional using 2:20 WJD -> Devotional using 2:20 2:20 - [In Context] The shepherds went back to their fields and flocks, glorifying and praising God for what the angels had told them, and because they had seen the child, just as the angel had said.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:21 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:21 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:21 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:21 JFB -> Commentary on 2:21 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:21 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:21 PNT -> Commentary on 2:21 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:21 TFG -> Commentary on 2:21 TSK -> Commentary on 2:21 TSK -> Entry for 2:21 WEN -> Notes on 2:21 NTB -> Circumcision; Jesus, The Christ; Temple TTT -> Children; Circumcision; Human Nature of Christ, The; Law of Moses, The WJD -> Devotional using 2:21 WJD -> Devotional using 2:21 2:21 - [In Context] Eight days later, when the baby was circumcised, he was named Jesus, the name given him by the angel even before he was conceived.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:22 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:22 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:22 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:22 JFB -> Commentary on 2:22 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:22 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:22 PNT -> Commentary on 2:22 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:22 TFG -> Commentary on 2:22 TSK -> Commentary on 2:22 TSK -> Entry for 2:22 WEN -> Notes on 2:22 NTB -> Defilement; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Purification; Temple; Women TTT -> First Born, The; Temple, The Second EBD -> Birth SBD -> Children WJD -> Devotional using 2:22 WJD -> Devotional using 2:22 2:22 - [In Context] Then it was time for the purification offering, as required by the law of Moses after the birth of a child; so his parents took him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:23 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:23 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:23 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:23 JFB -> Commentary on 2:23 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:23 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:23 PNT -> Commentary on 2:23 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:23 TFG -> Commentary on 2:23 TSK -> Commentary on 2:23 TSK -> Entry for 2:23 WEN -> Notes on 2:23 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Quotations And Allusions; Temple TTT -> First Born, The WJD -> Devotional using 2:23 WJD -> Devotional using 2:23 2:23 - [In Context] The law of the Lord says, "If a woman's first child is a boy, he must be dedicated to the Lord." F7
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:24 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:24 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:24 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:24 JFB -> Commentary on 2:24 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:24 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:24 PNT -> Commentary on 2:24 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:24 TFG -> Commentary on 2:24 TSK -> Commentary on 2:24 TSK -> Entry for 2:24 WEN -> Notes on 2:24 NTB -> Dove, Turtle; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Pigeon; Quotations And Allusions; Temple EBD -> Dove; Pigeon; Turtle, Turtle-dove WJD -> Devotional using 2:24 WJD -> Devotional using 2:24 2:24 - [In Context] So they offered a sacrifice according to what was required in the law of the Lord – "either a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons." F8
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:25 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:25 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:25 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:25 JFB -> Commentary on 2:25 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:25 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:25 PNT -> Commentary on 2:25 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:25 SRN -> Study Notes on 2:25 TFG -> Commentary on 2:25 TSK -> Commentary on 2:25 TSK -> Entry for 2:25 WEN -> Notes on 2:25 NTB -> Character; Faith; Holy Spirit; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Obedience; Patience; Prophets; Religion; Simeon; Temple; Waiting TTT -> Character of Saints; Jews, The; Patience; Titles and Names of Christ; Waiting Upon God EBD -> Consolation of Israel SBD -> Simeon WJD -> Devotional using 2:25 WJD -> Devotional using 2:25 2:25 - [In Context] Now there was a man named Simeon who lived in Jerusalem. He was a righteous man and very devout. He was filled with the Holy Spirit, and he eagerly expected the Messiah to come and rescue Israel.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:26 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:26 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:26 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:26 JFB -> Commentary on 2:26 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:26 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:26 PNT -> Commentary on 2:26 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:26 TFG -> Commentary on 2:26 TSK -> Commentary on 2:26 TSK -> Entry for 2:26 WEN -> Notes on 2:26 NTB -> Faith; Holy Spirit; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Prophets; Religion; Simeon; Temple TTT -> Holy Spirit, The, is God; Holy Spirit, the Teacher, The SBD -> Simeon WJD -> Devotional using 2:26 WJD -> Devotional using 2:26 2:26 - [In Context] The Holy Spirit had revealed to him that he would not die until he had seen the Lord's Messiah.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:27 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:27 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:27 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:27 JFB -> Commentary on 2:27 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:27 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:27 PNT -> Commentary on 2:27 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:27 TFG -> Commentary on 2:27 TSK -> Commentary on 2:27 TSK -> Entry for 2:27 WEN -> Notes on 2:27 NTB -> Faith; Holy Spirit; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Prophets; Religion; Simeon; Temple TTT -> Christ is God; Holy Spirit, The, is God; Prophecies Respecting Christ; Temple, The Second SBD -> Simeon WJD -> Devotional using 2:27 WJD -> Devotional using 2:27 WJD -> Devotional using 2:27 WJD -> Devotional using 2:27 2:27 - [In Context] That day the Spirit led him to the Temple. So when Mary and Joseph came to present the baby Jesus to the Lord as the law required,
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:28 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:28 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:28 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:28 JFB -> Commentary on 2:28 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:28 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:28 PNT -> Commentary on 2:28 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:28 TSK -> Commentary on 2:28 TSK -> Entry for 2:28 WEN -> Notes on 2:28 NTB -> Faith; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Joy; Religion; Simeon; Temple; Thankfulness TTT -> Holy Spirit, The, is God; Praise; Prophecies Respecting Christ; Thanksgiving EBD -> Death SBD -> Simeon TV -> Devotional using 2:28 TV -> Devotional using 2:28 WJD -> Devotional using 2:28 TV -> Devotional using 2:28 WJD -> Devotional using 2:28 2:28 - [In Context] Simeon was there. He took the child in his arms and praised God, saying,
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:29 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:29 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:29 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:29 JFB -> Commentary on 2:29 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:29 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:29 PNT -> Commentary on 2:29 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:29 TFG -> Commentary on 2:29 TSK -> Commentary on 2:29 TSK -> Entry for 2:29 WEN -> Notes on 2:29 NTB -> Death; Faith; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Joy; Love; Religion; Simeon; Temple TTT -> Death of Saints, The; Holy Spirit, The, is God; Peace, Spiritual; Prophecies Respecting Christ EBD -> Death; Simeon; Songs SBD -> Simeon TV -> Devotional using 2:29 TV -> Devotional using 2:29 TV -> Devotional using 2:29 WJD -> Devotional using 2:29 TV -> Devotional using 2:29 WJD -> Devotional using 2:29 TV -> Devotional using 2:29 2:29 - [In Context] "Lord, now I can die in peace! As you promised me,
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:30 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:30 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:30 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:30 JFB -> Commentary on 2:30 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:30 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:30 PNT -> Commentary on 2:30 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:30 SRN -> Study Notes on 2:30 TFG -> Commentary on 2:30 TSK -> Commentary on 2:30 TSK -> Entry for 2:30 WEN -> Notes on 2:30 NTB -> Atonement; Faith; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Joy; Love; Religion; Simeon; Temple TTT -> Prophecies Respecting Christ; Salvation EBD -> Death; Simeon SBD -> Messiah; Simeon TV -> Devotional using 2:30 TV -> Devotional using 2:30 TV -> Devotional using 2:30 WJD -> Devotional using 2:30 TV -> Devotional using 2:30 WJD -> Devotional using 2:30 TV -> Devotional using 2:30 2:30 - [In Context] I have seen the Savior
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:31 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:31 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:31 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:31 JFB -> Commentary on 2:31 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:31 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:31 PNT -> Commentary on 2:31 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:31 TFG -> Commentary on 2:31 TSK -> Commentary on 2:31 TSK -> Entry for 2:31 WEN -> Notes on 2:31 NTB -> Atonement; Faith; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Joy; Religion; Salvation; Simeon; Temple TTT -> Prophecies Respecting Christ EBD -> Simeon SBD -> Simeon TV -> Devotional using 2:31 TV -> Devotional using 2:31 WJD -> Devotional using 2:31 TV -> Devotional using 2:31 WJD -> Devotional using 2:31 2:31 - [In Context] you have given to all people.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:32 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:32 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:32 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:32 JFB -> Commentary on 2:32 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:32 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:32 PNT -> Commentary on 2:32 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:32 TFG -> Commentary on 2:32 TSK -> Commentary on 2:32 TSK -> Entry for 2:32 WEN -> Notes on 2:32 NTB -> Faith; Glory; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Joy; Light; Prophecy; Quotations And Allusions; Religion; Salvation; Simeon; Temple TTT -> Gentiles; Glory; Light; Prophecies Respecting Christ EBD -> Light; Simeon SBD -> Simeon TV -> Devotional using 2:32 TV -> Devotional using 2:32 WJD -> Devotional using 2:32 TV -> Devotional using 2:32 WJD -> Devotional using 2:32 2:32 - [In Context] He is a light to reveal God to the nations, and he is the glory of your people Israel!"
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:33 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:33 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:33 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:33 JFB -> Commentary on 2:33 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:33 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:33 PNT -> Commentary on 2:33 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:33 TFG -> Commentary on 2:33 TSK -> Commentary on 2:33 TSK -> Entry for 2:33 WEN -> Notes on 2:33 NTB -> Faith; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Religion; Simeon; Temple EBD -> Simeon SBD -> Simeon WJD -> Devotional using 2:33 WJD -> Devotional using 2:33 2:33 - [In Context] Joseph and Mary were amazed at what was being said about Jesus.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:34 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:34 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:34 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:34 JFB -> Commentary on 2:34 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:34 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:34 PNT -> Commentary on 2:34 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:34 TFG -> Commentary on 2:34 TSK -> Commentary on 2:34 TSK -> Entry for 2:34 WEN -> Notes on 2:34 NTB -> Benedictions; Faith; Gospel; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Religion; Simeon; Temple TTT -> Excellency and Glory of the Church, The EBD -> Simeon SBD -> Simeon WJD -> Devotional using 2:34 WJD -> Devotional using 2:34 2:34 - [In Context] Then Simeon blessed them, and he said to Mary, "This child will be rejected by many in Israel, and it will be their undoing. But he will be the greatest joy to many others.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:35 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:35 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:35 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:35 JFB -> Commentary on 2:35 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:35 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:35 PNT -> Commentary on 2:35 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:35 TFG -> Commentary on 2:35 TSK -> Commentary on 2:35 TSK -> Entry for 2:35 WEN -> Notes on 2:35 NTB -> Faith; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Mary; Religion; Simeon; Temple TTT -> Sword, The EBD -> Simeon SBD -> Simeon WJD -> Devotional using 2:35 WJD -> Devotional using 2:35 2:35 - [In Context] Thus, the deepest thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your very soul."
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:36 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:36 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:36 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:36 JFB -> Commentary on 2:36 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:36 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:36 PNT -> Commentary on 2:36 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:36 TFG -> Commentary on 2:36 TSK -> Commentary on 2:36 TSK -> Entry for 2:36 WEN -> Notes on 2:36 NTB -> Anna; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Longevity; Prophetesses; Religion; Temple; Widow; Women TTT -> Asher, The Tribe of; Prophets EBD -> Anna; Asher; Phanuel; Woman SBD -> Anna; Aser; Captivities of the Jews; Phanuel; Women WJD -> Devotional using 2:36 WJD -> Devotional using 2:36 2:36 - [In Context] Anna, a prophet, was also there in the Temple. She was the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, and was very old. She was a widow, for her husband had died when they had been married only seven years.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:37 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:37 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:37 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:37 JFB -> Commentary on 2:37 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:37 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:37 PNT -> Commentary on 2:37 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:37 TFG -> Commentary on 2:37 TSK -> Commentary on 2:37 TSK -> Entry for 2:37 WEN -> Notes on 2:37 NTB -> Anna; Fasting; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Longevity; Old Age; Prayer; Prayerfulness; Prophetesses; Religion; Temple; Widow; Women TTT -> Fasting; Prayer, Private; Watchfulness; Widows EBD -> Anna; Woman WJD -> Devotional using 2:37 WJD -> Devotional using 2:37 2:37 - [In Context] She was now eighty-four years old. She never left the Temple but stayed there day and night, worshiping God with fasting and prayer.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:38 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:38 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:38 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:38 JFB -> Commentary on 2:38 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:38 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:38 PNT -> Commentary on 2:38 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:38 SRN -> Study Notes on 2:38 TFG -> Commentary on 2:38 TSK -> Commentary on 2:38 TSK -> Entry for 2:38 WEN -> Notes on 2:38 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Prophetesses; Redemption; Temple; Thankfulness; Women; Zeal, Religious TTT -> Jews, The; Missionaries, all Christians should be as; Praise; Thanksgiving WJD -> Devotional using 2:38 WJD -> Devotional using 2:38 2:38 - [In Context] She came along just as Simeon was talking with Mary and Joseph, and she began praising God. She talked about Jesus to everyone who had been waiting for the promised King to come and deliver Jerusalem.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:39 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:39 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:39 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:39 JFB -> Commentary on 2:39 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:39 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:39 PNT -> Commentary on 2:39 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:39 TFG -> Commentary on 2:39 TSK -> Commentary on 2:39 TSK -> Entry for 2:39 WEN -> Notes on 2:39 NTB -> Joseph; Nazareth; Temple TTT -> Galilee EBD -> Nazareth WJD -> Devotional using 2:39 WJD -> Devotional using 2:39 2:39 - [In Context] When Jesus' parents had fulfilled all the requirements of the law of the Lord, they returned home to Nazareth in Galilee.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:40 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:40 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:40 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:40 JFB -> Commentary on 2:40 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:40 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:40 PNT -> Commentary on 2:40 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:40 TFG -> Commentary on 2:40 TSK -> Commentary on 2:40 TSK -> Entry for 2:40 WEN -> Notes on 2:40 NTB -> Children; Jesus, The Christ (continued) TTT -> Christ, the Prophet; Grace WJD -> Devotional using 2:40 WJD -> Devotional using 2:40 2:40 - [In Context] There the child grew up healthy and strong. He was filled with wisdom beyond his years, and God placed his special favor upon him.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:41 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:41 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:41 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:41 JFB -> Commentary on 2:41 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:41 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:41 PNT -> Commentary on 2:41 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:41 TFG -> Commentary on 2:41 TSK -> Commentary on 2:41 TSK -> Entry for 2:41 WEN -> Notes on 2:41 NTB -> Feasts; Jerusalem; Jesus, The Christ; Passover TTT -> Feasts, The Anniversary EBD -> Festivals, Religious; Jesus; Mary WJD -> Devotional using 2:41 WJD -> Devotional using 2:41 2:41 - [In Context] Every year Jesus' parents went to Jerusalem for the Passover festival.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:42 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:42 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:42 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:42 JFB -> Commentary on 2:42 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:42 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:42 PNT -> Commentary on 2:42 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:42 TFG -> Commentary on 2:42 WEN -> Notes on 2:42 NTB -> Feasts; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Passover TTT -> Feasts, The Anniversary; Jerusalem EBD -> Mary WJD -> Devotional using 2:42 WJD -> Devotional using 2:42 2:42 - [In Context] When Jesus was twelve years old, they attended the festival as usual.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:43 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:43 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:43 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:43 JFB -> Commentary on 2:43 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:43 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:43 PNT -> Commentary on 2:43 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:43 TFG -> Commentary on 2:43 TSK -> Commentary on 2:43 TSK -> Entry for 2:43 WEN -> Notes on 2:43 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Passover EBD -> Mary WJD -> Devotional using 2:43 WJD -> Devotional using 2:43 2:43 - [In Context] After the celebration was over, they started home to Nazareth, but Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents didn't miss him at first,
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:44 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:44 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:44 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:44 JFB -> Commentary on 2:44 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:44 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:44 PNT -> Commentary on 2:44 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:44 TFG -> Commentary on 2:44 TSK -> Commentary on 2:44 TSK -> Entry for 2:44 WEN -> Notes on 2:44 NTB -> Feasts; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Passover TTT -> Feasts, The Anniversary; Travellers EBD -> Mary SBD -> Weights and Measures WJD -> Devotional using 2:44 WJD -> Devotional using 2:44 2:44 - [In Context] because they assumed he was with friends among the other travelers. But when he didn't show up that evening, they started to look for him among their relatives and friends.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:45 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:45 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:45 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:45 JFB -> Commentary on 2:45 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:45 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:45 PNT -> Commentary on 2:45 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:45 TFG -> Commentary on 2:45 WEN -> Notes on 2:45 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Passover EBD -> Mary WJD -> Devotional using 2:45 WJD -> Devotional using 2:45 2:45 - [In Context] When they couldn't find him, they went back to Jerusalem to search for him there.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:46 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:46 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:46 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:46 JFB -> Commentary on 2:46 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:46 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:46 PNT -> Commentary on 2:46 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:46 TFG -> Commentary on 2:46 TSK -> Commentary on 2:46 TSK -> Entry for 2:46 WEN -> Notes on 2:46 NTB -> Children; Doctor; Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Passover; Temple TTT -> Children; Law of Moses, The EBD -> Mary WJD -> Devotional using 2:46 WJD -> Devotional using 2:46 2:46 - [In Context] Three days later they finally discovered him. He was in the Temple, sitting among the religious teachers, discussing deep questions with them.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:47 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:47 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:47 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:47 JFB -> Commentary on 2:47 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:47 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:47 PNT -> Commentary on 2:47 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:47 TSK -> Commentary on 2:47 TSK -> Entry for 2:47 WEN -> Notes on 2:47 NTB -> Children; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Passover TTT -> Christ, the Prophet EBD -> Mary WJD -> Devotional using 2:47 WJD -> Devotional using 2:47 2:47 - [In Context] And all who heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:48 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:48 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:48 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:48 JFB -> Commentary on 2:48 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:48 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:48 PNT -> Commentary on 2:48 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:48 TFG -> Commentary on 2:48 WEN -> Notes on 2:48 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Mary; Parents; Passover EBD -> Mary WJD -> Devotional using 2:48 WJD -> Devotional using 2:48 2:48 - [In Context] His parents didn't know what to think. "Son!" his mother said to him. "Why have you done this to us? Your father and I have been frantic, searching for you everywhere."
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:49 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:49 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:49 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:49 JFB -> Commentary on 2:49 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:49 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:49 PNT -> Commentary on 2:49 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:49 TFG -> Commentary on 2:49 TSK -> Commentary on 2:49 TSK -> Entry for 2:49 WEN -> Notes on 2:49 NTB -> Diligence; God; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued); Joseph; Mary; Passover TTT -> Christ, Character of; Diligence EBD -> Mary UTM -> Devotional using 2:49 WJD -> Devotional using 2:49 WJD -> Devotional using 2:49 2:49 - [In Context] "But why did you need to search?" he asked. "You should have known that I would be in my Father's house." F9
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:50 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:50 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:50 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:50 JFB -> Commentary on 2:50 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:50 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:50 PNT -> Commentary on 2:50 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:50 TFG -> Commentary on 2:50 TSK -> Commentary on 2:50 TSK -> Entry for 2:50 WEN -> Notes on 2:50 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Mary; Passover EBD -> Mary WJD -> Devotional using 2:50 WJD -> Devotional using 2:50 2:50 - [In Context] But they didn't understand what he meant.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:51 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:51 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:51 GSB -> Study Notes on 2:51 JFB -> Commentary on 2:51 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:51 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:51 PNT -> Commentary on 2:51 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:51 TFG -> Commentary on 2:51 TSK -> Commentary on 2:51 TSK -> Entry for 2:51 WEN -> Notes on 2:51 NTB -> Jesus, The Christ; Joseph; Mary; Nazareth TTT -> Children; Christ, Character of; Galilee; Humility of Christ, The EBD -> Mary WJD -> Devotional using 2:51 WJD -> Devotional using 2:51 2:51 - [In Context] Then he returned to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them; and his mother stored all these things in her heart.
Study Resource List BCC -> Commentary on 2:52 DSN -> Synopsis on 2:52 GEB -> Study Notes on 2:52 JFB -> Commentary on 2:52 MHC-COM -> Commentary on 2:52 MHC-CON -> Commentary on 2:52 PNT -> Commentary on 2:52 RWP -> Study Notes on 2:52 TFG -> Commentary on 2:52 TSK -> Commentary on 2:52 TSK -> Entry for 2:52 WEN -> Notes on 2:52 NTB -> Children; God; Jesus, The Christ; Jesus, The Christ (continued) TTT -> Favour of God, The; Human Nature of Christ, The EBD -> Jesus; Mary; Samuel WJD -> Devotional using 2:52 WJD -> Devotional using 2:52 2:52 - [In Context] So Jesus grew both in height and in wisdom, and he was loved by God and by all who knew him.
FOOTNOTES: F6: Or and peace on earth for all those pleasing God; some manuscripts read and peace on earth, goodwill among people. F7: Exod 13:2. F8: Lev 12:8. F9: Or "Didn't you realize that I should be involved with my Father's affairs?"

Abbreviations Legend: BCC - Burton Coffman; DSN - Darby's Synopsis; GEB - Gill's Exposition; GSB - Geneva Study Bible; JFB - Jamieson, Fausset, Brown; MHC-COM - Matthew Henry Complete; MHC-CON - Matthew Henry Concise; PNT - People's New Testament; RWP - Robertson's Word Pictures; SRN - Scofield Reference Notes; TFG - The Fourfold Gospel; TSK - Treasury of Scripture Knowledge; WEN - Wesley's Explanatory Notes; NTB - Nave's Topical Bible; TSK - Treasury of Scripture Knowledge; TTT - Torrey's Topical Textbook; EBD - Easton's Bible Dictionary; SBD - Smith's Bible Dictionary; TV - Today's Verse; WJD - What Jesus Did!; SPG - Spurgeon's Morning & Evening; UTM - My Utmost for His Highest; Copyright Statement - Holy Bible, The New Living Translation copyright © 1996 by Tyndale Charitable Trust. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers. All rights reserved. For more information about the NLT, please click here.