13. suddenly--as if only waiting till their fellow had done.
with the angel--who retires not, but is joined by others, come to
seal and to celebrate the tidings he has brought.
heavenly host--or "army," an army celebrating peace!
[BENGEL]
"transferring the occupation of their exalted station to this poor
earth, which so seldom resounds with the pure praise of God"
[OLSHAUSEN]; to let it be known how this event is regarded
in heaven and should be regarded on earth.
JFB.
Outline
The birth of Christ. (1-7)
It is made known to the shepherds. (8-20)
Christ presented in the temple. (21-24)
Simeon prophesies concerning Jesus. (25-35)
Anna prophesies concerning him. (36-40)
Christ with the learned men in the temple. (41-52)
Painted sketch of Bethlehem in the 19th Century
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Ancient Customs
Ancient People
Simeon, Jesus, Anna
Geography
Bethlehem
Judaea
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