Luke 2:20
Then the keepers of the sheep went back, giving glory and praise to God for all the things which had come to their ears and which they had seen, as it had been said to them.
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19But Mary kept all these words in her heart, and gave much thought to them.
Cross References
Psalms 72:17May his name go on for ever, as long as the sun: may men be blessing themselves by him; may all nations be blessing his name.
Psalms 107:8Let men give praise to the Lord for his mercy, and for the wonders which he does for the children of men!
Psalms 107:21Let men give praise to the Lord for his mercy, and for the wonders which he does for the children of men!
Matthew 9:8But when the people saw it they were full of fear, and gave glory to God who had given such authority to men.
Luke 19:37And when he came near the foot of the Mountain of Olives, all the disciples with loud voices gave praise to God with joy, because of all the great works which they had seen;
Acts 11:18And hearing these things they said nothing more, but gave glory to God, saying, Then to the Gentiles as to us has God given a change of heart, so that they may have life.
Matthew Henry on Luke 2:9-21
Angels Appear to the Shepherds; Visit of the Shepherds to Christ. 8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 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. 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. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.… Read the whole commentary →