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The Prophecy of Simeon - At that time there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon. He was righteous and devout and was eagerly waiting for the Messiah to come and rescue Israel. The Holy Spirit was upon ...
- Bible Gateway passage: Luke 2:25-35 - New International Version
Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was...
- Luke 2:25-38 NLV - Simeon’s Song of Thanks - Bible Gateway
Simeon’s Song of Thanks - There was a man in Jerusalem by...
- Bible Gateway passage: Luke 2:25-35 - New International Version
Verse 25. - And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him . Many expositors have believed that this Simeon was identical with Simeon (Shimeon) the son of the famous Hillel, and the father of Gamaliel.
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.
Simeon, a devout man, recognizes the divine purpose in Jesus' life and imparts a blessing that acknowledges the sacred role of both Jesus and His family. This blessing is not just a customary greeting but a prophetic declaration, setting the stage for the unfolding of God's redemptive plan.
Simeon’s Song of Thanks - There was a man in Jerusalem by the name of Simeon. He was a good man and very religious. He was looking for the time when the Jewish nation would be saved.
The Prophecy of Simeon … 34 Then Simeon blessed them and said to His mother Mary: “Behold, this Child is appointed to cause the rise and fall of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, 35 so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed— and a sword will pierce your soul as well.” 36 There was also a prophetess ...
Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man was righteous and devout, looking forward to the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit rested on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord's Messiah.