Luke 2:27

And he came 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,

And {G2532} he came {G2064} by {G1722} the Spirit {G4151} into {G1519} the temple {G2411}: and {G2532} when the parents {G1118} brought {G1521} in {G1722} the child {G3813} Jesus {G2424}, to do {G4160}{G846} for {G4012} him {G846} after {G2596} the custom {G1480} of the law {G3551},

Prompted by the Spirit, he went into the Temple courts; and when the parents brought in the child Yeshua to do for him what the Torah required,

Led by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. And when the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for Him what was customary under the Law,

And he came in the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, that they might do concerning him after the custom of the law,

Luke 2:27 describes a pivotal moment in the infancy narrative of Jesus, focusing on Simeon, a righteous and devout man in Jerusalem.

Context

This verse continues the account of Simeon, introduced earlier in Luke 2:25. Simeon had been promised by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before seeing the Lord's Christ. His arrival in the temple, explicitly stated as "by the Spirit," underscores divine orchestration. Joseph and Mary were bringing the infant Jesus to the temple for two primary reasons according to the Mosaic Law: the purification of the mother (Mary) 40 days after childbirth (Leviticus 12:2-4) and the redemption of the firstborn male (Exodus 13:2, Numbers 18:15). This act highlights the family's faithfulness and obedience to God's commandments, demonstrating Jesus' humble entry into the world under the established law.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Guidance: Simeon's presence in the temple was not coincidental but a direct leading of the Holy Spirit, demonstrating God's active involvement in fulfilling His promises and bringing His chosen ones together.
  • Obedience to the Law: Despite Jesus' divine nature, His earthly parents, Joseph and Mary, meticulously followed the Jewish customs and laws. This act of bringing Jesus to the temple for purification and dedication shows their adherence to the covenant God made with Israel, and foreshadows Jesus' own fulfillment of the law.
  • Preparation and Expectation: The scene sets the stage for Simeon's prophetic declaration about Jesus, revealing the long-awaited Messiah to those who were waiting for the redemption of Israel.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "by the Spirit" (Greek: en tō Pneumati) emphasizes that Simeon was under the direct influence and guidance of the Holy Spirit. This is not merely a spiritual inclination but a divine compulsion, ensuring he was in the right place at the divinely appointed time. The "custom of the law" refers to the prescribed practices of the Mosaic covenant, showing the meticulous adherence of Jesus' parents to the traditions of their faith.

Practical Application

This verse reminds believers of the importance of divine guidance in our lives. Just as Simeon was led by the Spirit, we too can seek and trust God's leading in our daily walk. Furthermore, the obedience of Joseph and Mary in fulfilling the requirements of the law, even for the Son of God, underscores the value of faithfulness and adherence to God's revealed will. It teaches us that even the Son of God came into the world in humble submission to the established order, providing a model for our own submission to authority and divine commands.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Luke 2:51

    And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.

  • Luke 2:48

    And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.

  • Luke 2:41

    ¶ Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.

  • Acts 10:19

    ¶ While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee.

  • Luke 4:1

    ¶ And Jesus being full of the Holy Ghost returned from Jordan, and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness,

  • Luke 2:22

    And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present [him] to the Lord;

  • Matthew 4:1

    ¶ Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil.

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