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Luke 2:7–14

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Luke 2:7

7And 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

8And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

Luke 2:9

9And, 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

10And 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

11For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

Luke 2:12

12And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

Luke 2:13

13And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

Luke 2:14

14Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

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DEFINED WORDS

Luke 2:7

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

clothes

Garments, dress, or cloth coverings and wrappings worn on or around the body.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 (facsimile-linked witness) · Strong's Exhaustive Concordance 1890 (occurrence-specific) · KJV usage (PCE)

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

manger

A trough or box in which fodder is laid for cattle, or the place in which horses and cattle are fed.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

DEFINED WORDS

Luke 2:8

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

keeping

Holding; restraining; preserving; guarding; protecting; performing.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

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watch

To stay awake, observe, guard, or keep vigil; also a guard duty or division of the night.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

DEFINED WORDS

Luke 2:9

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

Lord

A title of authority applied here to God, Christ, or a male master or ruler, according to the verse.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (alignment witness) · Webster 1828

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glory

Splendour, honour, praise, majesty, or a ground of rejoicing or boasting.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

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shone

To shine: to give off or reflect light; figuratively, to appear with brightness or glory.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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about

Around, concerning, near, or engaged in; on every side or approximately, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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sore

Painful, grievous, severe, or very great; also a wound or tender place.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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Luke 2:10

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said

Spoke, declared, reported, commanded, or expressed in words.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

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Fear

Alarm or dread; reverent awe; as a verb, to be afraid, revere, or cause fear.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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good

That which is right, beneficial, pleasing, useful, or morally upright.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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all

Wholly, entirely, or altogether; every one or the whole amount, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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people

Persons collectively; a nation, community, or group considered as a body.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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Luke 2:11

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

day

The period of light between morning and evening; a complete daily cycle; or a specified time, age, or season, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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Saviour

One who saves, rescues, preserves, or delivers; a title applied supremely to God and to Jesus Christ.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

Lord

A title of authority applied here to God, Christ, or a male master or ruler, according to the verse.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (alignment witness) · Webster 1828

DEFINED WORDS

Luke 2:12

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

find

To discover, meet with, obtain, perceive, or learn by search or experience.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

babe

An infant or very young child; figuratively, one immature in understanding.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

clothes

Garments, dress, or cloth coverings and wrappings worn on or around the body.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 (facsimile-linked witness) · Strong's Exhaustive Concordance 1890 (occurrence-specific) · KJV usage (PCE)

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

manger

A trough or box in which fodder is laid for cattle, or the place in which horses and cattle are fed.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

DEFINED WORDS

Luke 2:13

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

suddenly

In an unexpected manner; unexpectedly; hastily; without preparation.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

God

A deity or object of worship; when referring to the LORD, the one true God.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

DEFINED WORDS

Luke 2:14

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

Glory

Splendour, honour, praise, majesty, or a ground of rejoicing or boasting.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

God

A deity or object of worship; when referring to the LORD, the one true God.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

highest

Raised or far above; great in height, rank, degree, or importance; as an adverb, greatly or aloft.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828

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earth

The ground or dry land; the world or inhabited realm; or a country and its people, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

peace

Freedom from war, strife, disturbance, or inward trouble; quietness, reconciliation, safety, or well-being, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

good

That which is right, beneficial, pleasing, useful, or morally upright.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

toward

In the direction of; in relation to; approaching; or inclined and ready, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893

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From verse 7

  1. Galatians 4:4
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  2. 2 Corinthians 8:9
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  3. Isaiah 53:2–3
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  4. John 1:14
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  5. Luke 2:11–12
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From verse 8

  1. Genesis 31:39–40
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  2. Psalms 78:70–71
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  3. 1 Samuel 17:34–35
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  4. John 10:8–12
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  5. Ezekiel 34:8
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From verse 9

  1. Isaiah 60:1
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  2. 2 Corinthians 3:18
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  3. 1 Kings 8:11
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  4. Acts 27:23
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  5. Revelation 18:1
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From verse 10

  1. Isaiah 40:9
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  2. Isaiah 61:1
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  3. Isaiah 52:7
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  4. Genesis 12:3
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  5. Matthew 28:18
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From verse 11

  1. Isaiah 9:6
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  2. Matthew 1:21
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  3. Acts 2:36
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  4. Titus 3:4–7
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  5. Matthew 16:16
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From verse 12

  1. Isaiah 7:14
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  2. Isaiah 53:1–2
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  3. Isaiah 7:11
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  4. Psalms 22:6
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  5. 2 Kings 19:29
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From verse 13

  1. Revelation 5:11
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  2. Psalms 103:20–21
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  3. Psalms 148:2
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  4. 1 Kings 22:19
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  5. Hebrews 1:14
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From verse 14

  1. Romans 5:1
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  2. Luke 19:38
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  3. Luke 1:79
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  4. Colossians 1:20
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  5. Isaiah 9:6–7
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