Luke 2:34-35 Devotionals, Articles & Bible Study

³⁴Then Simeon blessed them and said to His mother Mary:

“Behold, this Child is appointed to cause

the rise and fall of many in Israel,

and to be a sign that will be spoken against,

³⁵so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed—

and a sword will pierce your soul as well.”

— Luke 2:34-35

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