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Luke 2

1 Now it came to pass in those days, there went out a decree from Cæsar Augustus, that all the world should be enrolled.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • those days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • those days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • there went out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • a decree G1378 (δόγμα) — a law (civil, ceremonial or ecclesiastical)
  • from G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • Cæsar G2541 (Καῖσαρ) — Cæsar, a title of the Roman emperor
  • Augustus G828 (Αὐγοῦστος) — Augustus, a title of the Roman emperor
  • that all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the world G3625 (οἰκουμένη) — land, i.e. the (terrene part of the) globe; specially, the Roman empire
  • should be taxed G583 (ἀπογράφω) — to write off (a copy or list), i.e. enrol

2 This was the first enrolment made when Quirinius was governor of Syria.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 4:24 · Luke 3:1 · Acts 5:37 · Acts 13:7 · Acts 18:12 · Acts 23:26 · Acts 26:30
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • taxing G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • taxing G582 (ἀπογραφή) — an enrollment; by implication, an assessment
  • was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • made when G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • Cyrenius G2958 (Κυρήνιος) — Cyrenius (i.e. Quirinus), a Roman
  • was governor G2230 (ἡγεμονεύω) — to act as ruler
  • of Syria G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Syria G4947 (Συρία) — Syria (i.e. Tsyria or Tyre), a region of Asia

3 And all went to enrol themselves, every one to his own city.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Genesis 23:10
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • went G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • to be taxed G583 (ἀπογράφω) — to write off (a copy or list), i.e. enrol
  • every one G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • his own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • city G4172 (πόλις) — a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)

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

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Joseph G2501 (Ἰωσήφ) — Joseph, the name of seven Israelites
  • also G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • went up G305 (ἀναβαίνω) — to go up (literally or figuratively)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • Galilee G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Galilee G1056 (Γαλιλαία) — Galilæa (i.e. the heathen circle), a region of Palestine
  • out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the city G4172 (πόλις) — a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)
  • of Nazareth G3478 (Ναζαρέθ) — Nazareth or Nazaret, a place in Palestine
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Judæa G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Judæa G2449 (Ἰουδαία) — the Judæan land (i.e. Judæa), a region of Palestine
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • of David G1138 (Δαβίδ) — Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king
  • which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • is called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • Bethlehem G965 (Βηθλεέμ) — Bethleem (i.e. Beth-lechem), a place in Palestine
  • because G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • lineage G3965 (πατριά) — paternal descent, i.e. (concretely) a group of families or a whole race (nation)

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

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Deuteronomy 22:22 · Matthew 1:18
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • To be taxed G583 (ἀπογράφω) — to write off (a copy or list), i.e. enrol
  • with G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • espoused G3423 (μνηστεύω) — to give a souvenir (engagement present), i.e. betroth
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • being G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • great with child G1471 (ἔγκυος) — swelling inside, i.e. pregnant

6 And it came to pass, while they were there, the days were fulfilled that she should be delivered.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 33:11 · Proverbs 19:21 · Micah 5:2 · Luke 1:57 · Revelation 12:1
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • so it was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • that, while G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • there G1563 (ἐκεῖ) — there; by extension, thither
  • the days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • were accomplished G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • that she G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • should be delivered G5088 (τίκτω) — to produce (from seed, as a mother, a plant, the earth, etc.), literally or figuratively

7 And she brought forth her firstborn son; and she wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • she brought forth G5088 (τίκτω) — to produce (from seed, as a mother, a plant, the earth, etc.), literally or figuratively
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • firstborn G4416 (πρωτότοκος) — first-born (usually as noun, literally or figuratively)
  • son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • wrapped G4683 (σπαργανόω) — to swathe (an infant after the Oriental custom)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • in swaddling clothes G4683 (σπαργανόω) — to swathe (an infant after the Oriental custom)
  • laid G347 (ἀνακλίνω) — to lean back
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • a manger G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a manger G5336 (φάτνη) — a crib (for fodder)
  • because G1360 (διότι) — on the very account that, or inasmuch as
  • there was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • room G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e. location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
  • for them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • the inn G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the inn G2646 (κατάλυμα) — properly, a dissolution (breaking up of a journey), i.e. (by implication) a lodging-place

8 And there were shepherds in the same country abiding in the field, and keeping watch by night over their flock.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Genesis 31:39 · Exodus 3:1 · 1 Samuel 17:34 · Psalms 78:70
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • there were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • country G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • country G5561 (χώρα) — room, i.e. a space of territory (more or less extensive; often including its inhabitants)
  • shepherds G4166 (ποιμήν) — a shepherd (literally or figuratively)
  • abiding in the field G63 (ἀγραυλέω) — to camp out
  • keeping G5442 (φυλάσσω) — to watch, i.e. be on guard (literally of figuratively); by implication, to preserve, obey, avoid
  • watch G5438 (φυλακή) — a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or (specially), the time (as a division of day or night), lite…
  • over G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • flock G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • flock G4167 (ποίμνη) — a flock (literally or figuratively)
  • by night G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • by night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)

9 And an angel of the Lord stood by them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G5401 (φόβος) — alarm or fright
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • lo G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • came upon G2186 (ἐφίστημι) — to stand upon, i.e. be present (in various applications, friendly or otherwise, usually literal);
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • the glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • shone round about G4034 (περιλάμπω) — to illuminate all around, i.e. invest with a halo
  • they were G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • sore G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • afraid G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere

10 And the angel said unto them, Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all the people:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Fear G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • I bring G2097 (εὐαγγελίζω) — to announce good news ("evangelize") especially the gospel
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • good tidings G2097 (εὐαγγελίζω) — to announce good news ("evangelize") especially the gospel
  • of G5479 (χαρά) — cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight
  • great G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • joy G5479 (χαρά) — cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight
  • which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • to G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)

11 for there is born to you this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • is born G5088 (τίκτω) — to produce (from seed, as a mother, a plant, the earth, etc.), literally or figuratively
  • this day G4594 (σήμερον) — on the (i.e. this) day (or night current or just passed); generally, now (i.e. at present, hitherto)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the city G4172 (πόλις) — a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)
  • of David G1138 (Δαβίδ) — Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king
  • a Saviour G4990 (σωτήρ) — a deliverer, i.e. God or Christ
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

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

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • a sign G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a sign G4592 (σημεῖον) — an indication, especially ceremonially or supernaturally
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • Ye shall find G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • the babe G1025 (βρέφος) — an infant (properly, unborn) literally or figuratively
  • wrapped in swaddling clothes G4683 (σπαργανόω) — to swathe (an infant after the Oriental custom)
  • lying G2749 (κεῖμαι) — to lie outstretched (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • a manger G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a manger G5336 (φάτνη) — a crib (for fodder)

13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • suddenly G1810 (ἐξαίφνης) — of a sudden (unexpectedly)
  • there was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • with G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • a multitude G4128 (πλῆθος) — a fulness, i.e. a large number, throng, populace
  • of the heavenly G3770 (οὐράνιος) — celestial, i.e. belonging to or coming from the sky
  • host G4756 (στρατιά) — from the base of , as encamped); camp-likeness, i.e. an army, i.e. (figuratively) the angels, the celestial luminaries
  • praising G134 (αἰνέω) — to praise (God)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…

14 Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace among men in whom he is well pleased.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • to God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the highest G5310 (ὕψιστος) — highest, i.e. (masculine singular) the Supreme (God), or (neuter plural) the heavens
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • earth G1093 (γῆ) — soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)
  • peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity
  • good will G2107 (εὐδοκία) — satisfaction, i.e. (subjectively) delight, or (objectively) kindness, wish, purpose
  • toward G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being

15 And it came to pass, when the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing that is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • the angels G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angels G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • were gone away G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • heaven G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heaven G3772 (οὐρανός) — the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity)
  • the shepherds G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the shepherds G4166 (ποιμήν) — a shepherd (literally or figuratively)
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • one G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • another G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • Let us G1330 (διέρχομαι) — to traverse (literally)
  • now G1211 (δή) — a particle of emphasis or explicitness; now, then, etc.
  • go G1330 (διέρχομαι) — to traverse (literally)
  • even unto G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • Bethlehem G965 (Βηθλεέμ) — Bethleem (i.e. Beth-lechem), a place in Palestine
  • see G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • thing G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • thing G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • which is come to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • hath made known G1107 (γνωρίζω) — to make known; subjectively, to know
  • unto us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being

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

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Ecclesiastes 9:10 · Luke 1:39 · Luke 2:7 · Luke 2:12 · Luke 19:32 · Luke 22:13
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • with haste G4692 (σπεύδω) — to "speed" ("study"), i.e. urge on (diligently or earnestly); by implication, to await eagerly
  • found G429 (ἀνευρίσκω) — to find out
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • Joseph G2501 (Ἰωσήφ) — Joseph, the name of seven Israelites
  • the babe G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the babe G1025 (βρέφος) — an infant (properly, unborn) literally or figuratively
  • lying G2749 (κεῖμαι) — to lie outstretched (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • a manger G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a manger G5336 (φάτνη) — a crib (for fodder)
  • G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )

17 And when they saw it, they made known concerning the saying which was spoken to them about this child.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 16:9 · Psalms 66:16 · Psalms 71:17 · Malachi 3:16 · Luke 2:38 · Luke 8:39
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when they had seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • they made known G1232 (διαγνωρίζω) — to tell abroad
  • abroad G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • the saying G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the saying G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • which was told G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • concerning G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • child G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • child G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e. (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian

18 And all that heard it wondered at the things which were spoken unto them by the shepherds.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Isaiah 8:18 · Luke 1:65 · Luke 2:33 · Luke 2:47 · Luke 4:36 · Luke 5:9
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • they that heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • wondered G2296 (θαυμάζω) — to wonder; by implication, to admire
  • at G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • those things which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • were told G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • by G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • the shepherds G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the shepherds G4166 (ποιμήν) — a shepherd (literally or figuratively)
  • G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…

19 But Mary kept all these sayings, pondering them in her heart.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • kept G4933 (συντηρέω) — to keep closely together, i.e. (by implication) to conserve (from ruin); mentally, to remember (and obey)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • these G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • things G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • and pondered G4820 (συμβάλλω) — to combine, i.e. (in speaking) to converse, consult, dispute, (mentally) to consider, (by implication) to aid, (personally) to join, attack
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle

20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, even as it was spoken unto them.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the shepherds G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the shepherds G4166 (ποιμήν) — a shepherd (literally or figuratively)
  • returned G1994 (ἐπιστρέφω) — to revert (literally, figuratively or morally)
  • glorifying G1392 (δοξάζω) — to render (or esteem) glorious (in a wide application)
  • praising G134 (αἰνέω) — to praise (God)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • for G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the things that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • they had heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • it was told G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

21 And when eight days were fulfilled for circumcising him, his name was called JESUS, which was so called by the angel before he was conceived in the womb.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when G3753 (ὅτε) — at which (thing) too, i.e. when
  • eight G3638 (ὀκτώ) — "eight"
  • days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • were accomplished G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • for the circumcising G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for the circumcising G4059 (περιτέμνω) — to cut around, i.e. (specially) to circumcise
  • of the child G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the child G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e. (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • was called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • JESUS G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • which was so named G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • which was so named G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • before G4253 (πρό) — "fore", i.e. in front of, prior (figuratively, superior) to
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • was conceived G4815 (συλλαμβάνω) — to clasp, i.e. seize (arrest, capture); specially, to conceive (literally or figuratively); by implication, to aid
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the womb G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the womb G2836 (κοιλία) — a cavity, i.e. (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart

22 And when the days of their purification according to the law of Moses were fulfilled, they brought him up to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Leviticus 12:1 · 1 Samuel 1:25
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when G3753 (ὅτε) — at which (thing) too, i.e. when
  • the days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G2512 (καθαρισμός) — a washing off, i.e. (ceremonially) ablution, (morally) expiation
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • purification G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • purification G2512 (καθαρισμός) — a washing off, i.e. (ceremonially) ablution, (morally) expiation
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • of Moses G3475 (Μωσεύς) — Moseus, Moses, or Mouses (i.e. Mosheh), the Hebrew lawgiver
  • were accomplished G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • they brought G321 (ἀνάγω) — to lead up; by extension to bring out; specially, to sail away
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Jerusalem G2414 (Ἱεροσόλυμα) — Hierosolyma (i.e. Jerushalaim), the capitol of Palestine
  • to present G3936 (παρίστημι) — to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit, proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or (intransitively) to be at hand (or ready), a…
  • to the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

23 (as it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord),

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • As G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • it is written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Every G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • male G730 (ἄῤῥην) — male (as stronger for lifting)
  • that openeth G1272 (διανοίγω) — to open thoroughly, literally (as a first-born) or figuratively (to expound)
  • the womb G3388 (μήτρα) — the matrix
  • shall be called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • to the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

24 and to offer a sacrifice according to that which is said in the law of the Lord, A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Leviticus 12:2 · Leviticus 12:6 · 2 Corinthians 8:9
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to offer G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • a sacrifice G2378 (θυσία) — sacrifice (the act or the victim, literally or figuratively)
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • that which is said G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • A pair G2201 (ζεῦγος) — a couple, i.e. a team (of oxen yoked together) or brace (of birds tied together)
  • of turtledoves G5167 (τρυγών) — a turtle-dove (as cooing)
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • young G3502 (νεοσσός) — a youngling (nestling)
  • pigeons G4058 (περιστερά) — a pigeon

25 And behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and this man was righteous and devout, looking for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • there was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine
  • whose G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Simeon G4826 (Συμεών) — Symeon (i.e. Shimon), the name of five Israelites
  • the same G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • just G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
  • devout G2126 (εὐλαβής) — taking well (carefully), i.e. circumspect (religiously, pious)
  • waiting G4327 (προσδέχομαι) — to admit (to intercourse, hospitality, credence, or (figuratively) endurance); by implication, to await (with confidence or patience)
  • for the consolation G3874 (παράκλησις) — imploration, hortation, solace
  • of Israel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
  • the G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • Ghost G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

26 And it had been revealed unto him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord’s Christ.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • it was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • revealed G5537 (χρηματίζω) — to utter an oracle (compare the original sense of ), i.e. divinely intimate; by implication, (compare the secular sense of ) to constitute a firm for business…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • by G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • the G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • Ghost G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Ghost G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • that he should G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • see G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)
  • before G4250 (πρίν) — prior, sooner
  • he had seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • the G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • Lord’s G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus

27 And he came in the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, that they might do concerning him after the custom of the law,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the Spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the temple G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the temple G2411 (ἱερόν) — a sacred place, i.e. the entire precincts (whereas denotes the central sanctuary itself) of the Temple (at Jerusalem or elsewhere)
  • when G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the parents G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the parents G1118 (γονεύς) — a parent
  • brought in G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • brought in G1521 (εἰσάγω) — to introduce (literally or figuratively)
  • the child G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the child G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e. (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • for G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • the custom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the custom G1480 (ἐθίζω) — to accustom, i.e. (neuter passive participle) customary
  • of the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…

28 then he received him into his arms, and blessed God, and said,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • took G1209 (δέχομαι) — to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • up G1209 (δέχομαι) — to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • arms G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • arms G43 (ἀγκάλη) — an arm (as curved)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • blessed G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…

29 Now lettest thou thy servant depart, Lord, According to thy word, in peace;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Lord G1203 (δεσπότης) — an absolute ruler ("despot")
  • now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • lettest thou G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • servant G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • depart G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • word G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…

30 For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • mine G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • eyes G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • eyes G3788 (ὀφθαλμός) — the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)
  • have seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • salvation G4992 (σωτήριον) — defender or (by implication) defence

31 Which thou hast prepared before the face of all peoples;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • thou hast prepared G2090 (ἑτοιμάζω) — to prepare
  • before G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the face G4383 (πρόσωπον) — the front (as being towards view), i.e. the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person
  • of all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)

32 A light for revelation to the Gentiles, And the glory of thy people Israel.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • A light G5457 (φῶς) — luminousness (in the widest application, natural or artificial, abstract or concrete, literal or figurative)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • lighten G602 (ἀποκάλυψις) — disclosure
  • the Gentiles G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • of G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)

33 And his father and his mother were marvelling at the things which were spoken concerning him;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Isaiah 8:18 · Luke 1:65 · Luke 2:18 · Luke 2:48
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Joseph G2501 (Ἰωσήφ) — Joseph, the name of seven Israelites
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • marvelled G2296 (θαυμάζω) — to wonder; by implication, to admire
  • at G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • those things which were spoken G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)

34 and Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the falling and the rising of many in Israel; and for a sign which is spoken against;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Simeon G4826 (Συμεών) — Symeon (i.e. Shimon), the name of five Israelites
  • blessed G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • is set G2749 (κεῖμαι) — to lie outstretched (literally or figuratively)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the fall G4431 (πτῶσις) — a crash, i.e. downfall (literally or figuratively)
  • rising again G386 (ἀνάστασις) — a standing up again, i.e. (literally) a resurrection from death (individual, genitive case or by implication, (its author)), or (figuratively) a (moral) recov…
  • of many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
  • a sign G4592 (σημεῖον) — an indication, especially ceremonially or supernaturally
  • which shall be spoken against G483 (ἀντιλέγω) — to dispute, refuse
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

35 yea and a sword shall pierce through thine own soul; that thoughts out of many hearts may be revealed.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G302 (ἄν)
  • Yea G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • a sword G4501 (ῥομφαία) — a sabre, i.e. a long and broad cutlass (any weapon of the kind, literally or figuratively)
  • shall pierce through G1330 (διέρχομαι) — to traverse (literally)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • own G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • soul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • soul G5590 (ψυχή) — breath, i.e. (by implication) spirit, abstractly or concretely (the animal sentient principle only; thus distinguished on the one hand from , which is the rat…
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • that G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or actual)
  • the thoughts G1261 (διαλογισμός) — discussion, i.e. (internal) consideration (by implication, purpose), or (external) debate
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • hearts G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • may be revealed G601 (ἀποκαλύπτω) — to take off the cover, i.e. disclose

36 And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher (she was of a great age, having lived with a husband seven years from her virginity,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • there was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • one Anna G451 (Ἄννα) — Anna, an Israelitess
  • a prophetess G4398 (προφῆτις) — a female foreteller or an inspired woman
  • the daughter G2364 (θυγάτηρ) — a female child, or (by Hebraism) descendant (or inhabitant)
  • of Phanuel G5323 (Φανουήλ) — Phanuel (i.e. Penuel), an Israelite
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the tribe G5443 (φυλή) — an offshoot, i.e. race or clan
  • of Asher G768 (Ἀσήρ) — Aser (i.e. Asher), an Israelite tribe
  • she G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • was of G4260 (προβαίνω) — to walk forward, i.e. advance (literally, or in years)
  • G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • a great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • age G4260 (προβαίνω) — to walk forward, i.e. advance (literally, or in years)
  • and had lived G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • an husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • seven G2033 (ἑπτά) — seven
  • years G2094 (ἔτος) — a year
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • virginity G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • virginity G3932 (παρθενία) — maidenhood

37 and she had been a widow even unto fourscore and four years), who departed not from the temple, worshipping with fastings and supplications night and day.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • she G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • a widow G5503 (χήρα) — a widow (as lacking a husband), literally or figuratively
  • of about G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • fourscore and four G3589 (ὀγδοήκοντα) — ten times eight
  • fourscore and four G5064 (τέσσαρες) — four
  • years G2094 (ἔτος) — a year
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • departed G868 (ἀφίστημι) — to remove, i.e. (actively) instigate to revolt; usually (reflexively) to desist, desert, etc.
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the temple G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the temple G2411 (ἱερόν) — a sacred place, i.e. the entire precincts (whereas denotes the central sanctuary itself) of the Temple (at Jerusalem or elsewhere)
  • but served G3000 (λατρεύω) — to minister (to God), i.e. render religious homage
  • with fastings G3521 (νηστεία) — abstinence (from lack of food, or voluntary and religious); specially, the fast of the Day of Atonement
  • prayers G1162 (δέησις) — a petition
  • night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)
  • day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…

38 And coming up at that very hour she gave thanks unto God, and spake of him to all them that were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • she G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • coming in G2186 (ἐφίστημι) — to stand upon, i.e. be present (in various applications, friendly or otherwise, usually literal);
  • that G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • instant G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • instant G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • gave thanks likewise G437 (ἀνθομολογέομαι) — to confess in turn, i.e. respond in praise
  • unto the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • to all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • them that looked G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • them that looked G4327 (προσδέχομαι) — to admit (to intercourse, hospitality, credence, or (figuratively) endurance); by implication, to await (with confidence or patience)
  • for redemption G3085 (λύτρωσις) — a ransoming (figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine

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

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • they had performed G5055 (τελέω) — to end, i.e. complete, execute, conclude, discharge (a debt)
  • all things G537 (ἅπας) — absolutely all or (singular) every one
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • they returned G5290 (ὑποστρέφω) — to turn under (behind), i.e. to return (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Galilee G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Galilee G1056 (Γαλιλαία) — Galilæa (i.e. the heathen circle), a region of Palestine
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • their own G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • city G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • city G4172 (πόλις) — a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)
  • Nazareth G3478 (Ναζαρέθ) — Nazareth or Nazaret, a place in Palestine

40 And the child grew, and waxed strong, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the child G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e. (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian
  • grew G837 (αὐξάνω) — to grow ("wax"), i.e. enlarge (literal or figurative, active or passive)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • waxed strong G2901 (κραταιόω) — to empower, i.e. (passively) increase in vigor
  • in spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • filled G4137 (πληρόω) — to make replete, i.e. (literally) to cram (a net), level up (a hollow), or (figuratively) to furnish (or imbue, diffuse, influence), satisfy, execute (an offi…
  • with wisdom G4678 (σοφία) — wisdom (higher or lower, worldly or spiritual)
  • the grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and it…
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

41 And his parents went every year to Jerusalem at the feast of the passover.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Now G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • parents G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • parents G1118 (γονεύς) — a parent
  • went G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine
  • every G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • year G2094 (ἔτος) — a year
  • at the feast G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • at the feast G1859 (ἑορτή) — a festival
  • of the passover G3957 (πάσχα) — the Passover (the meal, the day, the festival or the special sacrifices connected with it)

42 And when he was twelve years old, they went up after the custom of the feast;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Exodus 23:17 · Luke 4:16
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when G3753 (ὅτε) — at which (thing) too, i.e. when
  • he was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • twelve G1427 (δώδεκα) — two and ten, i.e. a dozen
  • years old G2094 (ἔτος) — a year
  • they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • went up G305 (ἀναβαίνω) — to go up (literally or figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Jerusalem G2414 (Ἱεροσόλυμα) — Hierosolyma (i.e. Jerushalaim), the capitol of Palestine
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the custom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the custom G1485 (ἔθος) — a usage (prescribed by habit or law)
  • of the feast G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the feast G1859 (ἑορτή) — a festival

43 and when they had fulfilled the days, as they were returning, the boy Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and his parents knew it not;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Exodus 12:15 · 2 Chronicles 25:17 · 2 Chronicles 30:21
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when they had fulfilled G5048 (τελειόω) — to complete, i.e. (literally) accomplish, or (figuratively) consummate (in character)
  • the days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • as G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • returned G5290 (ὑποστρέφω) — to turn under (behind), i.e. to return (literally or figuratively)
  • the child G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the child G3816 (παῖς) — a boy (as often beaten with impunity), or (by analogy), a girl, and (genitive case) a child; specially, a slave or servant (especially a minister to a king; a…
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • tarried behind G5278 (ὑπομένω) — to stay under (behind), i.e. remain; figuratively, to undergo, i.e. bear (trials), have fortitude, persevere
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine
  • Joseph G2501 (Ἰωσήφ) — Joseph, the name of seven Israelites
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • knew G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not

44 but supposing him to be in the company, they went a day’s journey; and they sought for him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance:

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 42:4 · Psalms 122:1 · Isaiah 2:3
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they, supposing G3543 (νομίζω) — properly, to do by law (usage), i.e. to accustom (passively, be usual); by extension, to deem or regard
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • to have been G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the company G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the company G4923 (συνοδία) — companionship on a journey, i.e. (by implication), a caravan
  • went G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • a day’s G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • journey G3598 (ὁδός) — a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they sought G327 (ἀναζητέω) — to search out
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • kinsfolk G4773 (συγγενής) — a relative (by blood); by extension, a fellow countryman
  • acquaintance G1110 (γνωστός) — well-known

45 and when they found him not, they returned to Jerusalem, seeking for him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when they found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • they turned back again G5290 (ὑποστρέφω) — to turn under (behind), i.e. to return (literally or figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine
  • seeking G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)

46 And it came to pass, after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers, both hearing them, and asking them questions:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • that after G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • three G5140 (τρεῖς) — "three"
  • days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • they found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the temple G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the temple G2411 (ἱερόν) — a sacred place, i.e. the entire precincts (whereas denotes the central sanctuary itself) of the Temple (at Jerusalem or elsewhere)
  • sitting G2516 (καθέζομαι) — to sit down
  • the midst G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)
  • of the doctors G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the doctors G1320 (διδάσκαλος) — an instructor (genitive case or specially)
  • both G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • hearing G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • asking G1905 (ἐπερωτάω) — to ask for, i.e. inquire, seek
  • questions G1905 (ἐπερωτάω) — to ask for, i.e. inquire, seek

47 and all that heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 119:99 · Matthew 7:28 · Luke 2:18 · Luke 4:22 · Luke 4:32
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • were astonished G1839 (ἐξίστημι) — to put (stand) out of wits, i.e. astound, or (reflexively) become astounded, insane
  • at G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • understanding G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • understanding G4907 (σύνεσις) — a mental putting together, i.e. intelligence or (concretely) the intellect
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • answers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • answers G612 (ἀπόκρισις) — a response

48 And when they saw him, they were astonished; and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I sought thee sorrowing.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 12:46 · Luke 2:49 · Luke 3:23 · Luke 4:22
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when they saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • they were amazed G1605 (ἐκπλήσσω) — to strike with astonishment
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • Son G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
  • why G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • hast thou G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • thus G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • dealt G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • with us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • and I G2504 (κἀγώ) — so also the dative case , and accusative case and (or also, even, etc.) I, (to) me
  • have sought G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • sorrowing G3600 (ὀδυνάω) — to grieve

49 And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? knew ye not that I must be in my Father’s house?

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 40:8 · Malachi 3:1 · Matthew 21:12 · Luke 2:48
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • How G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • is it that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • ye sought G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • wist ye G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • must G1163 (δεῖ) — also ; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was, etc.) necessary (as binding)
  • be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • about G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Father’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Father’s G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • business G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

50 And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 9:45 · Luke 18:34
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • understood G4920 (συνίημι) — to put together, i.e. (mentally) to comprehend; by implication, to act piously
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • the saying G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the saying G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

51 And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth; and he was subject unto them: and his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he went down G2597 (καταβαίνω) — to descend (literally or figuratively)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Nazareth G3478 (Ναζαρέθ) — Nazareth or Nazaret, a place in Palestine
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • subject unto G5293 (ὑποτάσσω) — to subordinate; reflexively, to obey
  • but G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • kept G1301 (διατηρέω) — to watch thoroughly, i.e. (positively and transitively) to observe strictly, or (negatively and reflexively) to avoid wholly
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • these G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • sayings G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sayings G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle

52 And Jesus advanced in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 1 Samuel 2:26 · Proverbs 3:3 · Luke 1:80 · Luke 2:40 · Acts 7:9 · Romans 14:18
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • increased G4298 (προκόπτω) — to drive forward (as if by beating), i.e. (figuratively and intransitively) to advance (in amount, to grow; in time, to be well along)
  • in wisdom G4678 (σοφία) — wisdom (higher or lower, worldly or spiritual)
  • stature G2244 (ἡλικία) — maturity (in years or size)
  • in favour G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and it…
  • with G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being