Birth of Jesus

Scripture

• Luke 2:1

  And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Cesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.

• Luke 2:2

  (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)

• Luke 2:3

  And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

• Luke 2:4

  And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)

• Luke 2:5

  To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

• Luke 2:6

  And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

• Luke 2:7

  And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

• Luke 2:8

  And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

• Luke 2:9

  And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

• Luke 2:10

  And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

• Luke 2:11

  For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

• Luke 2:12

  And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

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