The infant Jesus is brought to the temple for purification and dedication, as commanded in Mosaic law. There, a devout man speaks through the Holy Spirit to ...

Simeon here prophesieth, that Christ, and his ministers and people, should be ridiculed, and all the arrows of ungodly men should be shot against him; which ...

What does Luke 2:34 mean? Read commentary on this popular Bible verse and understand the real meaning behind God's Word using John Gill's Exposition of the ...

And Simeon blessed them and said to His mother Mary, "Behold, this Child is appointed for the fall and rise of many in Israel, and as a sign to be opposed.

Simeon declares that he should be for the rise of many in Israel: namely, all such as should embrace and obey his doctrine, and imitate and follow his example.

Simeon reveals to Mary that her child will be pivotal in shaping the spiritual landscape of Israel. This child is destined for the falling and rising of many.

Overall, Luke 2:34 in the King James Version encapsulates the prophetic insight of Simeon regarding the pivotal role of Jesus in the destiny of Israel and the ...

A Touchstone of Character Behold, this child is set for the falling and rising up of many in Israel; and for a sign which is spoken against; yea and a sword ...

David Guzik commentary on Luke 2 describes the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem, where Jesus is born before he is presented to the temple. Luke 3 · 21-24 · 20

14 дек. 2015 г. · I am talking about Jesus Christ who suffered and died on the cross for the forgiveness of sins. Jesus Christ who is raised again and invites men ...