1And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Cæsar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.studyinterlinear
2( And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)studyinterlinear
3And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.studyinterlinear
4And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judæa, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)studyinterlinear
5To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.studyinterlinear
6And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.studyinterlinear
7And she brought forth 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.studyinterlinear
8And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.studyinterlinear
9And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.studyinterlinear
10And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.studyinterlinear
11For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.studyinterlinear
12And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.studyinterlinear
13And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,studyinterlinear
14Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.studyinterlinear
15And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.studyinterlinear
16And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.studyinterlinear
17And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.studyinterlinear
18And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.studyinterlinear
19But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.studyinterlinear
20And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.studyinterlinear
21And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb.studyinterlinear
22And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord;studyinterlinear
23(As it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;)studyinterlinear
24And to offer a sacrifice according to that which is said in the law of the Lord, A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons.studyinterlinear
25And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.studyinterlinear
26And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord’s Christ.studyinterlinear
27And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,studyinterlinear
28Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,studyinterlinear
29Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word:studyinterlinear
30For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,studyinterlinear
31Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people;studyinterlinear
32A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.studyinterlinear
33And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him.studyinterlinear
34And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against;studyinterlinear
35(Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.studyinterlinear
36And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity;studyinterlinear
37And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.studyinterlinear
38And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.studyinterlinear
39And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.studyinterlinear
40And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.studyinterlinear
41Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.studyinterlinear
42And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.studyinterlinear
43And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it.studyinterlinear
44But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day’s journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.studyinterlinear
45And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.studyinterlinear
46And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions.studyinterlinear
47And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.studyinterlinear
48And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.studyinterlinear
49And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father’s business?studyinterlinear
50And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.studyinterlinear
51And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.studyinterlinear
52And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.studyinterlinear