birth of christ

Isaiah Chapter 7:14

Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.

Isaiah Chapter 9:6

For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

Micah Chapter 5:2

But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.

Matthew Chapter 1:18

Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.

Matthew Chapter 1:19

Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily.

Matthew Chapter 1:20

But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.

Matthew Chapter 1:21

And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.

Matthew Chapter 1:22

Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying,

Matthew Chapter 1:23

Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.

Matthew Chapter 1:24

Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:

Matthew Chapter 1:25

And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS.

Luke Chapter 2:1

And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.

Luke Chapter 2:2

And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)

Luke Chapter 2:3

And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

Luke Chapter 2:4

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:)

Luke Chapter 2:5

To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

Luke Chapter 2:6

And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

Luke Chapter 2:7

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.

Luke Chapter 2:8

And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

Luke Chapter 2:9

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.

Luke Chapter 2:10

And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

Luke Chapter 2:11

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

Luke Chapter 2:12

And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

Luke Chapter 2:13

And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

Luke Chapter 2:14

Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

Luke Chapter 2:15

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.

Luke Chapter 2:16

And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

Luke Chapter 2:17

And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

Luke Chapter 2:18

And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.

Luke Chapter 2:19

But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.

Luke Chapter 2:20

And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.

Luke Chapter 2:21

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.

Luke Chapter 2:22

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;

Luke Chapter 2:23

As it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;)

Luke Chapter 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.

Luke Chapter 2:25

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.

Luke Chapter 2:26

And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.

Luke Chapter 2:27

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,

Luke Chapter 2:28

Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,

Luke Chapter 2:29

Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word:

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For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,

Luke Chapter 2:31

Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people;

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A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.

Luke Chapter 2:33

And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him.

Luke Chapter 2:34

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;

Luke Chapter 2:35

Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.

Luke Chapter 2:36

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;

Luke Chapter 2:37

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.

Luke Chapter 2:38

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.

Luke Chapter 2:39

And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.

Luke Chapter 2:40

And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.

Luke Chapter 2:41

Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.

Luke Chapter 2:42

And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.

Luke Chapter 2:43

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.

Luke Chapter 2:44

But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day's journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.

Luke Chapter 2:45

And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.

Luke Chapter 2:46

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.

Luke Chapter 2:47

And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.

Luke Chapter 2:48

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.

Luke Chapter 2:49

And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father's business?

Luke Chapter 2:50

And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.

Luke Chapter 2:51

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.

Luke Chapter 2:52

And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.

John Chapter 1:14

And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.

Galatians Chapter 4:4

But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law,