Luke 2:26

KJV

And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord’s Christ.

— Luke 2:26, King James Version
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Context

This verse from Luke Chapter 2 connects to 10 cross-references. The birth of Jesus in Bethlehem in a manger because there was no room in the inn. Angels announce to shepherds who go to find the child. Simeon and Anna recognize him at the temple presentation; Simeon sings the Nunc …

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Other Translations

ASV

And it had been revealed unto him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord’s Christ.

YLT

and it hath been divinely told him by the Holy Spirit--not to see death before he may see the Christ of the Lord.

BBE

And he had knowledge, through the Holy Spirit, that he would not see death till he had seen the Lord's Christ.

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