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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Then took he him up in his arms,.... That same Spirit that had revealed unto him that he should not die till he saw the…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Then took he him up in his arms - What must the holy soul of this man have felt in this moment! O inestimable privilege!…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Luke 2:25-40
Even when he humbles himself, still Christ has honour done him to balance the offence of it. That we might not be…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
in his arms Hence he is sometimes called Theodokos, -the receiver of God," as Ignatius is sometimes called Theophoros,…
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