Luke 2:25

King James Version:

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¶ 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.

Complete Jewish Bible:

There was in Yerushalayim a man named Shim`on. This man was a tzaddik, he was devout, he waited eagerly for God to comfort Isra'el, and the Ruach HaKodesh was upon him.

Berean Standard Bible:

Now there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

American Standard Version:

And behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and this man was righteous and devout, looking for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G2532}, behold^{G2400}, there was^{G2258} a man^{G444} in^{G1722} Jerusalem^{G2419}, whose^{G3739} name^{G3686} was Simeon^{G4826}; and^{G2532} the same^{G3778} man^{G444} was just^{G1342} and^{G2532} devout^{G2126}, waiting^{G4327} for the consolation^{G3874} of Israel^{G2474}: and^{G2532} the Holy^{G40} Ghost^{G4151} was^{G2258} upon^{G1909} him^{G846}.

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Commentary for Luke 2:25

Luke 2:25 introduces us to Simeon, a figure who plays a pivotal role in the early chapters of the Gospel of Luke. This verse is set in the historical context of Jerusalem under Roman occupation during the period when the Jewish people were anticipating the fulfillment of God's promises to bring about the "consolation of Israel"—a term that reflects the hope for spiritual renewal, national restoration, and the coming of the Messiah.

Simeon is described as a man of exceptional character, noted for his righteousness and devotion to God. His personal piety and faithful expectation of God's salvation are central themes of his portrayal. The phrase "waiting for the consolation of Israel" underscores his anticipation of the Messianic age, a time when God would comfort His people and deliver them from their sufferings.

The presence of the Holy Ghost upon Simeon is a significant detail, indicating divine favor and guidance in his life. This anointing sets him apart as a man attuned to God's purposes and ready to recognize and respond to the fulfillment of prophecy. Simeon's role in the subsequent verses, where he blesses the infant Jesus and confirms His identity as the Messiah, underscores the importance of spiritual discernment and the role of the Holy Spirit in recognizing God's work in the world.

In summary, Luke 2:25 presents Simeon as a model of faith and devotion, living in a time of expectation and hope for the Jewish people. His character and the divine empowerment he experiences highlight key themes in the Gospel narrative: the anticipation of God's salvation, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the unfolding of God's plan for redemption through the Messiah, Jesus Christ.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G2532
   There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καί
   Transliteration: kaí
   Pronunciation: kahee
   Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
   
2. Strong's Number: G2400
   There are 204 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἰδού
   Transliteration: idoú
   Pronunciation: id-oo'
   Description: second person singular imperative middle voice of εἴδω; used as imperative lo!; --behold, lo, see.
   
3. Strong's Number: G2258
   There are 416 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἦν
   Transliteration: ēn
   Pronunciation: ane
   Description: imperfect of εἰμί; I (thou, etc.) was (wast or were):--+ agree, be, X have (+ charge of), hold, use, was(-t), were.
   
4. Strong's Number: G444
   There are 614 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἄνθρωπος
   Transliteration: ánthrōpos
   Pronunciation: anth'-ro-pos
   Description: from ἀνήρ and (the countenance; from ὀπτάνομαι); man-faced, i.e. a human being:--certain, man.
   
5. Strong's Number: G1722
   There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐν
   Transliteration: en
   Pronunciation: en
   Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.
   
6. Strong's Number: G2419
   There are 80 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Ἱερουσαλήμ
   Transliteration: Hierousalḗm
   Pronunciation: hee-er-oo-sal-ame'
   Description: of Hebrew origin (יְרוּשָׁלַ͏ִם); Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine:--Jerusalem. Compare Ἱεροσόλυμα.
   
7. Strong's Number: G3739
   There are 1215 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὅς
   Transliteration: hós
   Pronunciation: ho
   Description: probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article ὁ); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that:--one, (an-, the) other, some, that, what, which, who(-m, -se), etc. See also οὗ.
   
8. Strong's Number: G3686
   There are 214 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὄνομα
   Transliteration: ónoma
   Pronunciation: on'-om-ah
   Description: from a presumed derivative of the base of γινώσκω (compare ὀνίνημι); a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character):--called, (+ sur-)name(-d).
   
9. Strong's Number: G4826
   There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Συμεών
   Transliteration: Symeṓn
   Pronunciation: soom-eh-one'
   Description: from the same as Σίμων; Symeon (i.e. Shimon), the name of five Israelites:--Simeon, Simon.
   
10. Strong's Number: G3778
    There are 344 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: οὗτος
    Transliteration: hoûtos
    Pronunciation: how'-tahee
    Description: from the article ὁ and αὐτός; the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated):--he (it was that), hereof, it, she, such as, the same, these, they, this (man, same, woman), which, who.
    
11. Strong's Number: G1342
    There are 76 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: δίκαιος
    Transliteration: díkaios
    Pronunciation: dik'-ah-yos
    Description: from δίκη; equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively):--just, meet, right(-eous).
    
12. Strong's Number: G2126
    There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: εὐλαβής
    Transliteration: eulabḗs
    Pronunciation: yoo-lab-ace'
    Description: from εὖ and λαμβάνω; taking well (carefully), i.e. circumspect (religiously, pious):--devout.
    
13. Strong's Number: G4327
    There are 14 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: προσδέχομαι
    Transliteration: prosdéchomai
    Pronunciation: pros-dekh'-om-ahee
    Description: from πρός and δέχομαι; to admit (to intercourse, hospitality, credence, or (figuratively) endurance); by implication, to await (with confidence or patience):--accept, allow, look (wait) for, take.
    
14. Strong's Number: G3874
    There are 28 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: παράκλησις
    Transliteration: paráklēsis
    Pronunciation: par-ak'-lay-sis
    Description: from παρακαλέω; imploration, hortation, solace:--comfort, consolation, exhortation, intreaty.
    
15. Strong's Number: G2474
    There are 68 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: Ἰσραήλ
    Transliteration: Israḗl
    Pronunciation: is-rah-ale'
    Description: of Hebrew origin (יִשְׂרָאֵל); Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively):--Israel.
    
16. Strong's Number: G40
    There are 1382 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἅγιος
    Transliteration: hágios
    Pronunciation: hag'-ee-os
    Description: from (an awful thing) (compare ἁγνός, θάλπω); sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated):--(most) holy (one, thing), saint.
    
17. Strong's Number: G4151
    There are 350 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: πνεῦμα
    Transliteration: pneûma
    Pronunciation: pnyoo'-mah
    Description: from πνέω; a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, mental disposition, etc., or (superhuman) an angel, demon, or (divine) God, Christ's spirit, the Holy Spirit:--ghost, life, spirit(-ual, -ually), mind. Compare ψυχή.
    
18. Strong's Number: G1909
    There are 790 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐπί
    Transliteration: epí
    Pronunciation: ep-ee'
    Description: a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with the dative case) at, on, etc.; of direction (with the accusative case) towards, upon, etc.:--about (the times), above, after, against, among, as long as (touching), at, beside, X have charge of, (be-, (where-))fore, in (a place, as much as, the time of, -to), (because) of, (up-)on (behalf of), over, (by, for) the space of, through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), with. In compounds it retains essentially the same import, at, upon, etc. (literally or figuratively).
    
19. Strong's Number: G846
    There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: αὐτός
    Transliteration: autós
    Pronunciation: ow-tos'
    Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.