Luke 2:24
“And to offer a sacrifice according to that which is said in the law of the Lord, A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And to offer a sacrifice,.... That is, when the time of purification came, the parents of our Lord brought him from…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
And to offer a sacrifice ... - Those who were able on such an occasion were required to offer a lamb for a…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
And to offer a sacrifice - Neither mother nor child was considered as in the Lord's covenant, or under the Divine…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Luke 2:21-24
Our Lord Jesus, being made of a woman, was made under the law, Gal 4:4. He was not only, as the son of a daughter of…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons The offering appointed was a yearling lamb for a burnt-offering, and a young…