Luke 2:40 web — The child was growing, and was becoming strong in spirit, being 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 2:40, World English Bible

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Luke 2 — Context

37

and she had been a widow for about eighty-four years), who didn't depart from the temple, worshipping with fastings and petitions night and day.

38

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.

39

When they had accomplished all things that were according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city, Nazareth.

40

The child was growing, and was becoming strong in spirit, being filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon him.

41

His parents went every year to Jerusalem at the feast of the Passover.

42

When he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem according to the custom of the feast,

43

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 2:40 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 2:40 say?
Luke 2:40 in the World English Bible reads: “The child was growing, and was becoming strong in spirit, being filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon him.”
Where is Luke 2:40 in the Bible?
Luke 2:40 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 2, verse 40.
Who wrote Luke?
Luke is traditionally attributed to Luke the physician, companion of Paul. It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Luke about?
Luke writes "an orderly account" of Jesus' life from a careful historian's pen, with special attention to the poor, the outsider, women, prayer, and the Holy Spirit. From the angelic announcements at the beginning to the Emmaus road at the end, Luke shows Jesus as the Savior of the world.
What are the major themes of Luke?
Luke explores themes including Salvation for All, Holy Spirit, Prayer, Compassion, Joy. These themes shape the meaning and context of Luke 2:40.
What translation should I read Luke 2:40 in?
Luke 2:40 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Luke 2:40?
Luke 2:40 reads (WEB): “The child was growing, and was becoming strong in spirit, being filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon him.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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