Luke 2:1
American King James And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
American Standard Version Now it came to pass in those days, there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be enrolled.
King James And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
World English Bible Now in those days, a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be enrolled.
Luke 2:2
American King James (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
American Standard Version This was the first enrolment made when Quirinius was governor of Syria.
King James (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
World English Bible This was the first enrollment made when Quirinius was governor of Syria.
Luke 2:3
American King James And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
American Standard Version And all went to enrol themselves, every one to his own city.
King James And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
World English Bible All went to enroll themselves, everyone to his own city.
Luke 2:4
American King James And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
American Standard Version And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and family of David;
King James And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
World English Bible Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to David’s city, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and family of David,
Luke 2:5
American King James To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
American Standard Version to enrol himself with Mary, who was betrothed to him, being great with child.
King James To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
World English Bible to enroll himself with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him as wife, being pregnant.
Luke 2:6
American King James And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
American Standard Version And it came to pass, while they were there, the days were fulfilled that she should be delivered.
King James And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
World English Bible While they were there, the day had come for her to give birth.
Luke 2:7
American King James And 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.
American Standard Version And she brought forth her firstborn son; and she wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
King James And 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.
World English Bible She gave birth to her firstborn son. She wrapped him in bands of cloth and laid him in a feeding trough, because there was no room for them in the inn.
Luke 2:8
American King James And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
American Standard Version And there were shepherds in the same country abiding in the field, and keeping watch by night over their flock.
King James And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
World English Bible There were shepherds in the same country staying in the field, and keeping watch by night over their flock.
Luke 2:9
American King James And, see, the angel of the Lord came on them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
American Standard Version And an angel of the Lord stood by them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
King James And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
World English Bible Behold, an angel of the Lord stood by them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.
Luke 2:10
American King James And the angel said to them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
American Standard Version And the angel said unto them, Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all the people:
King James And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
World English Bible The angel said to them, “Don’t be afraid, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be to all the people.
Luke 2:11
American King James For to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.
American Standard Version for there is born to you this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord.
King James For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
World English Bible For there is born to you today, in David’s city, a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.
Luke 2:12
American King James And this shall be a sign to you; You shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
American Standard Version And this `is' the sign unto you: Ye shall find a babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, and lying in a manger.
King James And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
World English Bible This is the sign to you: you will find a baby wrapped in strips of cloth, lying in a feeding trough.”
Luke 2:13
American King James And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
American Standard Version And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
King James And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
World English Bible Suddenly, there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly army praising God and saying,
Luke 2:14
American King James Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
American Standard Version Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace among men in whom he is well pleased.
King James Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
World English Bible “Glory to God in the highest, on earth peace, good will toward men.”
Luke 2:15
American King James And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even to Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord has made known to us.
American Standard Version And it came to pass, when the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing that is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.
King James And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.
World English Bible When the angels went away from them into the sky, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem, now, and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us.”
Luke 2:16
American King James And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
American Standard Version And they came with haste, and found both Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in the manger.
King James And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
World English Bible They came with haste and found both Mary and Joseph, and the baby was lying in the feeding trough.
Luke 2:17
American King James And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
American Standard Version And when they saw it, they made known concerning the saying which was spoken to them about this child.
King James And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
World English Bible When they saw it, they publicized widely the saying which was spoken to them about this child.
Luke 2:18
American King James And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.
American Standard Version And all that heard it wondered at the things which were spoken unto them by the shepherds.
King James And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.
World English Bible All who heard it wondered at the things which were spoken to them by the shepherds.
Luke 2:19
American King James But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
American Standard Version But Mary kept all these sayings, pondering them in her heart.
King James But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
World English Bible But Mary kept all these sayings, pondering them in her heart.
Luke 2:20
American King James And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told to them.
American Standard Version And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, even as it was spoken unto them.
King James And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
World English Bible The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, just as it was told them.
Luke 2:21
American King James And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb.
American Standard Version And when eight days were fulfilled for circumcising him, his name was called JESUS, which was so called by the angel before he was conceived in the womb.
King James And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb.
World English Bible When eight days were fulfilled for the circumcision of the child, his name was called Jesus, which was given by the angel before he was conceived in the womb.
Luke 2:22
American King James And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord;
American Standard Version And when the days of their purification according to the law of Moses were fulfilled, they brought him up to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord
King James And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord;
World English Bible When the days of their purification according to the law of Moses were fulfilled, they brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord
Luke 2:23
American King James (As it is written in the law of the LORD, Every male that opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;)
American Standard Version (as it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord),
King James (As it is written in the law of the LORD, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;)
World English Bible (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every male who opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord”),
Luke 2:24
American King James 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.
American Standard Version 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.
King James 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.
World English Bible 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.”
Luke 2:25
American King James And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was on him.
American Standard Version And behold, there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; and this man was righteous and devout, looking for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
King James And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.
World English Bible Behold, there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon. This man was righteous and devout, looking for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him.
Luke 2:26
American King James And it was revealed to him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.
American Standard Version And it had been revealed unto him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.
King James And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.
World English Bible It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he should not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ.
Luke 2:27
American King James And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,
American Standard Version And he came in the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, that they might do concerning him after the custom of the law,
King James And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,
World English Bible He came in the Spirit into the temple. When the parents brought in the child, Jesus, that they might do concerning him according to the custom of the law,
Luke 2:28
American King James Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,
American Standard Version then he received him into his arms, and blessed God, and said,
King James Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,
World English Bible then he received him into his arms and blessed God, and said,
Luke 2:29
American King James Lord, now let you your servant depart in peace, according to your word:
American Standard Version Now lettest thou thy servant depart, Lord, According to thy word, in peace;
King James Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word:
World English Bible “Now you are releasing your servant, Master, according to your word, in peace;
Luke 2:30
American King James For my eyes have seen your salvation,
American Standard Version For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,
King James For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,
World English Bible for my eyes have seen your salvation,
Luke 2:31
American King James Which you have prepared before the face of all people;
American Standard Version Which thou hast prepared before the face of all peoples;
King James Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people;
World English Bible which you have prepared before the face of all peoples;
Luke 2:32
American King James A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel.
American Standard Version A light for revelation to the Gentiles, And the glory of thy people Israel.
King James A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.
World English Bible a light for revelation to the nations, and the glory of your people Israel.”
Luke 2:33
American King James And Joseph and his mother marveled at those things which were spoken of him.
American Standard Version And his father and his mother were marvelling at the things which were spoken concerning him;
King James And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him.
World English Bible Joseph and his mother were marveling at the things which were spoken concerning him.
Luke 2:34
American King James And Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against;
American Standard Version and Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this `child' is set for the falling and the rising of many in Israel; and for a sign which is spoken against;
King James And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against;
World English Bible Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary, his mother, “Behold, this child is appointed for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and for a sign which is spoken against.
Luke 2:35
American King James (Yes, a sword shall pierce through your own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.
American Standard Version yea and a sword shall pierce through thine own soul; that thoughts out of many hearts may be revealed.
King James (Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.
World English Bible Yes, a sword will pierce through your own soul, that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.”
Luke 2:36
American King James And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity;
American Standard Version And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher (she was of a great age, having lived with a husband seven years from her virginity,
King James And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity;
World English Bible There was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher (she was of a great age, having lived with a husband seven years from her virginity,
Luke 2:37
American King James And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.
American Standard Version and she had been a widow even unto fourscore and four years), who departed not from the temple, worshipping with fastings and supplications night and day.
King James And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.
World English Bible and she had been a widow for about eighty-four years), who didn’t depart from the temple, worshiping with fastings and petitions night and day.
Luke 2:38
American King James And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise to the Lord, and spoke of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.
American Standard Version And coming up at that very hour she gave thanks unto God, and spake of him to all them that were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.
King James And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.
World English Bible Coming up at that very hour, she gave thanks to the Lord, and spoke of him to all those who were looking for redemption in Jerusalem.
Luke 2:39
American King James And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.
American Standard Version And when they had accomplished all things that were according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.
King James And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.
World English Bible When they had accomplished all things that were according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city, Nazareth.
Luke 2:40
American King James And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was on him.
American Standard Version And the child grew, and waxed strong, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.
King James And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.
World English Bible The child was growing, and was becoming strong in spirit, being filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon him.
Luke 2:41
American King James Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.
American Standard Version And his parents went every year to Jerusalem at the feast of the passover.
King James Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.
World English Bible His parents went every year to Jerusalem at the feast of the Passover.
Luke 2:42
American King James And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.
American Standard Version And when he was twelve years old, they went up after the custom of the feast;
King James And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.
World English Bible When he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem according to the custom of the feast;
Luke 2:43
American King James And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it.
American Standard Version and when they had fulfilled the days, as they were returning, the boy Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and his parents knew it not;
King James And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it.
World English Bible and when they had fulfilled the days, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. Joseph and his mother didn’t know it,
Luke 2:44
American King James But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day's journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.
American Standard Version but supposing him to be in the company, they went a day's journey; and they sought for him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance:
King James But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day's journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.
World English Bible but supposing him to be in the company, they went a day’s journey; and they looked for him among their relatives and acquaintances.
Luke 2:45
American King James And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.
American Standard Version and when they found him not, they returned to Jerusalem, seeking for him.
King James And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.
World English Bible When they didn’t find him, they returned to Jerusalem, looking for him.
Luke 2:46
American King James And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the middle of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions.
American Standard Version And it came to pass, after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers, both hearing them, and asking them questions:
King James And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions.
World English Bible After three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the middle of the teachers, both listening to them and asking them questions.
Luke 2:47
American King James And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.
American Standard Version and all that heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers.
King James And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.
World English Bible All who heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers.
Luke 2:48
American King James And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said to him, Son, why have you thus dealt with us? behold, your father and I have sought you sorrowing.
American Standard Version And when they saw him, they were astonished; and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I sought thee sorrowing.
King James And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.
World English Bible When they saw him, they were astonished; and his mother said to him, “Son, why have you treated us this way? Behold, your father and I were anxiously looking for you.”
Luke 2:49
American King James And he said to them, How is it that you sought me? knew you not that I must be about my Father's business?
American Standard Version And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? knew ye not that I must be in my Father's house?
King James And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father's business?
World English Bible He said to them, “Why were you looking for me? Didn’t you know that I must be in my Father’s house?”
Luke 2:50
American King James And they understood not the saying which he spoke to them.
American Standard Version And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.
King James And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.
World English Bible They didn’t understand the saying which he spoke to them.
Luke 2:51
American King James And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject to them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.
American Standard Version And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth; and he was subject unto them: and his mother kept all `these' sayings in her heart.
King James And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.
World English Bible And he went down with them and came to Nazareth. He was subject to them, and his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.
Luke 2:52
American King James And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.
American Standard Version And Jesus advanced in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.
King James And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.
World English Bible And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.