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Luke 2:25-30

25 Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

26 It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Christ.

27 Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required,

28 Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying:

29 “Sovereign Lord, as you have promised,
you now dismiss your servant in peace.

30 For my eyes have seen your salvation,

Cross References for Luke 2:25-30

Genesis 6:9 - This is the account of Noah. Noah was a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time, ... Click to read the verse Genesis 6:9 Click to read the verse Genesis 6:9

Micah 6:8 - He has showed you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly an... Click to read the verse Micah 6:8 Click to read the verse Micah 6:8

Luke 1:6 - Both of them were upright in the sight of God, observing all the Lord’s commandments and regula... Click to read the verse Luke 1:6 Click to read the verse Luke 1:6

Job 1:1 - Prologue In the land of Uz there lived a man whose name was Job. This man was blameless and upr... Click to read the verse Job 1:1 Click to read the verse Job 1:1

Acts 10:22 - The men replied, “We have come from Cornelius the centurion. He is a righteous and God-fearing ... Click to read the verse Acts 10:22 Click to read the verse Acts 10:22

Job 1:8 - Then the Lord said to Satan, “Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like... Click to read the verse Job 1:8 Click to read the verse Job 1:8

Luke 23:50 - Jesus’ Burial Now there was a man named Joseph, a member of the Council, a good and upright man, Click to read the verse Luke 23:50 Click to read the verse Luke 23:50

Hebrews 6:18 - God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we w... Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:18 Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:18

Isaiah 30:18 - Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; he rises to show you compassion. For the Lord is a Go... Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:18 Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:18

Psalms 27:14 - Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. Click to read the verse Psalms 27:14 Click to read the verse Psalms 27:14

Isaiah 25:9 - In that day they will say, “Surely this is our God; we trusted in him, and he saved us. This is... Click to read the verse Isaiah 25:9 Click to read the verse Isaiah 25:9

Habakkuk 2:3 - For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Tho... Click to read the verse Habakkuk 2:3 Click to read the verse Habakkuk 2:3

Acts 24:16 - So I strive always to keep my conscience clear before God and man. Click to read the verse Acts 24:16 Click to read the verse Acts 24:16

Acts 8:2 - Godly men buried Stephen and mourned deeply for him. Click to read the verse Acts 8:2 Click to read the verse Acts 8:2

Philippians 4:8 - Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, wh... Click to read the verse Philippians 4:8 Click to read the verse Philippians 4:8

2 Corinthians 1:5 - For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfo... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 1:5 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 1:5

Numbers 11:29 - But Moses replied, “Are you jealous for my sake? I wish that all the Lord’s people were prophet... Click to read the verse Numbers 11:29 Click to read the verse Numbers 11:29

Philippians 2:1 - Imitating Christ’s Humility If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any... Click to read the verse Philippians 2:1 Click to read the verse Philippians 2:1

Genesis 49:18 - “I look for your deliverance, O Lord. Click to read the verse Genesis 49:18 Click to read the verse Genesis 49:18

Psalms 130:5 - I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word I put my hope. Click to read the verse Psalms 130:5 Click to read the verse Psalms 130:5

1 Thessalonians 1:10 - and to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead—Jesus, who rescues us from th... Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 1:10 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 1:10

Luke 23:51 - who had not consented to their decision and action. He came from the Judean town of Arimathea a... Click to read the verse Luke 23:51 Click to read the verse Luke 23:51

Mark 15:43 - Joseph of Arimathea, a prominent member of the Council, who was himself waiting for the kingdom... Click to read the verse Mark 15:43 Click to read the verse Mark 15:43

Acts 26:7 - This is the promise our twelve tribes are hoping to see fulfilled as they earnestly serve God d... Click to read the verse Acts 26:7 Click to read the verse Acts 26:7

John 14:26 - But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all th... Click to read the verse John 14:26 Click to read the verse John 14:26

Numbers 11:25 - Then the Lord came down in the cloud and spoke with him, and he took of the Spirit that was on ... Click to read the verse Numbers 11:25 Click to read the verse Numbers 11:25

Acts 10:2 - He and all his family were devout and God-fearing; he gave generously to those in need and pray... Click to read the verse Acts 10:2 Click to read the verse Acts 10:2

2 Peter 1:21 - For prophecy never had its origin in the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carri... Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:21 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:21

Matthew 1:19 - Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public disgrac... Click to read the verse Matthew 1:19 Click to read the verse Matthew 1:19

Daniel 6:22-23 - My God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, because I wa... Click to read the verse Daniel 6:22-23 Click to read the verse Daniel 6:22-23

Titus 2:11-14 - For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. Click to read the verse Titus 2:11-14 Click to read the verse Titus 2:11-14

1 Timothy 2:2 - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godlines... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 2:2 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 2:2

Isaiah 40:1 - Comfort for God’s People Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. Click to read the verse Isaiah 40:1 Click to read the verse Isaiah 40:1

Isaiah 64:4 - Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you... Click to read the verse Isaiah 64:4 Click to read the verse Isaiah 64:4

Luke 2:38 - Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all ... Click to read the verse Luke 2:38 Click to read the verse Luke 2:38

Psalms 39:7 - “But now, Lord, what do I look for? My hope is in you. Click to read the verse Psalms 39:7 Click to read the verse Psalms 39:7

Zechariah 11:11 - It was revoked on that day, and so the afflicted of the flock who were watching me knew it was ... Click to read the verse Zechariah 11:11 Click to read the verse Zechariah 11:11

Luke 1:41 - When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled wit... Click to read the verse Luke 1:41 Click to read the verse Luke 1:41

Luke 1:67 - Zechariah’s Song His father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied: Click to read the verse Luke 1:67 Click to read the verse Luke 1:67

Acts 2:5 - Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. Click to read the verse Acts 2:5 Click to read the verse Acts 2:5

Acts 22:12 - “A man named Ananias came to see me. He was a devout observer of the law and highly respected b... Click to read the verse Acts 22:12 Click to read the verse Acts 22:12