The Presentation

According to the Law of Moses, they took Jesus up to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord. (Luke 2:32)

Now there was in Jerusalem a man named Simeon, and this man was just and devout, looking for the consolation of Israel. (Luke 2:25)

And it had been revealed to him that he should not see death before he had seen the Christ of the Lord. (Luke 2:26)

And when they brought in the child Jesus, he received Him into his arms  and blessed God. (Luke 2:27-28)

"Now You can dismiss Your servant, O Lord, according to Your word, in peace." (Luke 2:29)

"A light of revelation to the Gentiles, and a glory for Your people, Israel."  (Luke 2:32)

And he said to Mary, “Behold, this child is destined for the fall and for the rise of many in Israel, and for a sign that shall be contradicted." (Luke 2:34)

"And your own soul a sword shall pierce, that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed."  (Luke 2:35)

And they returned to Nazareth. And the child grew and became strong, and the grace of God was upon Him. (Luke 2:39)

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