Luke 2

1. Did it come to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed?
2. (And was this taxing first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria?)
3. And did all go to be taxed, every one into his own city?
4. And did Joseph also go up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem (because he was of the house and lineage of David)
5. To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child?
6. And was it so, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered?
7. And did she bring forth her firstborn son, and wrap him in swaddling clothes, and lay him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn?
8. And were there in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night?
9. And, lo, did the angel of the Lord come upon them, and did the glory of the Lord shine round about them: and were they sore afraid?
10. And did the angel say unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people?
11. For is unto you born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord?
12. And shall this be a sign unto you? Shall ye find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger?
13. And suddenly was there with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
14. Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men?
15. And did it come to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, that the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us?
16. And did they come with haste, and find Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger?
17. And when they had seen it, did they make known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child?
18. And did all they that heard it wonder at those things which were told them by the shepherds?
19. But did Mary keep all these things, and ponder them in her heart?
20. And did the shepherds return, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them?
21. And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, was his name called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb?
22. And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, did they bring him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord?
23. (Is it written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord?)
24. And is to sacrifice a pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons, in accordance with the law of the Lord?
25. And, behold, was there a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and was the same man just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and was the Holy Ghost upon him?
26. And was it revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ?
27. And did he come by the Spirit into the temple? And when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,
28. Did he then take him up in his arms, and bless God, and say,
29. Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word?
30. For have mine eyes seen thy salvation,
31. Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people?
32. A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel?
33. And did Joseph and his mother marvel at those things which were spoken of him?
34. And did Simeon bless them, and say unto Mary his mother, Behold, is this child set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel? and for a sign which shall be spoken against?
35. (Yea, shall a sword pierce through thy own soul also?) may the thoughts of many hearts be revealed?
36. And was there one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser? Was she of a great age, and had she lived with an husband seven years from her virginity?
37. And was she a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day?
38. And coming in that instant did she give thanks likewise unto the Lord, and speak of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem?
39. And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, did they return into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth?
40. And did the child grow, and wax strong in spirit, filled with wisdom? And was the grace of God upon him?
41. Now did his parents go to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover?
42. And when he was twelve years old, did they go up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast?
43. And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, did the child Jesus tarry behind in Jerusalem? And did Joseph and his mother know not of it?
44. But did they, supposing him to have been in the company, go a day's journey? And did they seek him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance?
45. And when they found him not, did they turn back again to Jerusalem, seeking him?
46. And did it come to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions?
47. And were all that heard him astonished at his understanding and answers?
48. And when they saw him, were they amazed? And did his mother say unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? Behold, have thy father and I sought thee sorrowing?
49. And did he say unto them, How is it that ye sought me? Wist ye not that I must be about my Father's business?
50. And did they understand not the saying which he spake unto them?
51. And did he go down with them, and come to Nazareth, and was he subject unto them? But did his mother keep all these sayings in her heart?
52. And did Jesus increase in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man?