Click here for an exhaustive list of content on luke. Luke 2 new international version niv the birth of jesus 2 in those days caesar augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire roman world. Jan 10, 2020 luke was the author of the gospel of luke and the book of acts. Luke explained these events further in his other book, called acts acts chapters 23. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to. Luke 2 king james bible kjv book of luke bible history. This gospel is a companion volume to the book of acts, and the language and structure of these two books indicate that both were written by the same person. Luke 2 niv bible in those days caesar augustus issued a. Luke 2 the birth of jesus 1 in those days caesar augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire roman world. Luke 2 new international version niv the birth of jesus. The gospel of luke compiles eyewitness accounts that prove jesus fulfills the old testament covenant between god and israel and creates a new israel for all mankind. Thats not too far to drive in a car, but that is a very long way to walk especially if youre pregnant. Twentyone of the 28 parables that occur in luke are found in 10.
It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order. Luke dedication to theophilus 1 inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the things that a have been accomplished among us, 2 b just as those who c from the beginning were d eyewitnesses and e ministers of f the word g have delivered them to us, 3 it seemed good to me also, having followed all things closely for some time. Jesus ministers to the poor, outcasts and others as he brings restoration and reversal to peoples life circumstances and expands gods covenant to include everyone. This material is predominantly made up of accounts of jesus discourses. Luke 2 kjv and it came to pass in those days, that bible gateway. It contains an account of jesus s birth and an incident from his childhood. Luke does not name himself in either of his books, but paul mentions him by name in three epistles. This term could simply refer to an administrative role quirinius held as opposed to being governor josephus, ant. The third and final section of the chapter describes an incident which took place in jerusalem when jesus was twelve years old, at which time he remained in the temple, his fathers house, busy with his fathers business luke 2.
Little is known about luke, the author of the books of luke and acts in the bible. Luke 1 niv introduction many have undertaken to bible. Luke s uniqueness is especially seen in the amount of material devoted to jesus closing ministry in judea and perea. Furthermore, the critics reasoning ignores three key facts. Many scientists suppose that luke wrote it during the 2 yearimprisonment of the apostle paul in caesarea compare peculiarities. Pauls letter to the colossians draws a distinction between luke and other colleagues of the circumcision, meaning the jews colossians 4. What follows is an an organized and curated list of content. Luke 2, new international version niv the bible app. Luke 2 is the second chapter of the gospel of luke in the new testament. The bible taught that these things would happen luke 24.
But on this night, that manger is going to be called upon for a. He was the greatnephew, adopted son and heir of the dictator, julius caesar. He was evidently aware of a later registration, which occurred about 6 c. Luke 2 and it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from caesar augustus, that all the world should be taxed. The authors name does not appear in the book, but much unmistakable evidence points to luke.
The gospel of luke tells the story of how jesus creates a new. That registration was mentioned by luke in the book of acts and by josephus. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of luke in the bible new international version. And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from caesar augustus that all the world should be registered a. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. He came from antioch, which was an important town in syria. Both luke and acts are addressed to the same person, theophilus luke 1. Luke 2 the birth of jesus in those days bible gateway. When jesus died, he suffered the punishment for our evil deeds.
Our text, luke 2, verses 120, also has three divisions. Of the 783,7 words, only 3 of those words are the word manger. Luke explained these events further in his other book, called acts acts chapters 2 3. They brought jesus to jerusalem so that they could present him to the lord. But jesus had the supervision by mary and joseph, the old testament scriptures, the worship in the synagogue at nazareth luke 4. It tells of the origins, birth, ministry, death, resurrection, and ascension of jesus christ. When a mothers first baby is a boy, he shall be called. The gospel of luke tells the story of how jesus creates a. They are addressed to the same individual, theophilus, and the second volume refers to the first. And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from caesar augustus that all the world should be registered. The trip from nazareth to bethlehem was about 90 miles. Luke with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The gospel of luke and the acts of the apostles make up a twovolume work which scholars call lukeacts. Lukes gospel free bible commentary in easy english.
The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. First, luke acknowledges that there was more than one census, calling this the first registration. Luke 2, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. Remember that back in bible times, they didnt have cars.
This is the holy book of luke, known as the gospel according to saint luke. Luke, chapter 2 united states conference of catholic bishops. Lord is the most frequently used title for jesus in luke and acts. Luke was probably the only nonjew called of god to write a bible book. Luke is the longest of the four gospels and the longest book in the new testament. Luke bible book with full chapters king james version. The gospel of luke was probably written during the years 55 to 60 ac. Luke is the only synoptic gospel writer to use the title savior for jesus lk 2. As savior, jesus is looked upon by luke as the one who rescues humanity from sin and delivers humanity from the condition of alienation from god. That box or trough that was found in the stable that night was an item of total insignificance. Of the 20 miracles recorded in luke, only 5 appear in 9. Luke bible book with full chapters new international version.
Luke 2 niv the birth of jesus in those days bible gateway. Luke 2 niv bible in those days caesar augustus issued. Christmas there are 783,7 words in the kjv of the bible. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Luke 2 king james bible kjv book of luke bible history online. The holy bible book 42 luke kjv dramatized audio youtube.
Eighteen years of silence are covered in this verse. Verses 119 except 2 are commonly read at nativity plays as part of celebrating christmas. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of luke in the bible king james version. Luke bible book with full chapters new international. The political overtones of the title are played down in luke and instead the messiah of the lord or the lords anointed is the one who now brings salvation to all humanity, jew and gentile lk 2. In prison, paul says, only luke is with me 2 timothy 4. We do know he was a physician and the only gentile to write any part of the new testament.