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Luke 2:9

And behold, an Angel of the Lord stood near them, and the brightness of God shone around them, and they were struck with a great fear.

Catholic Public Domain Version

In The King James Version

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.

In Context

8And there were shepherds in the same region, being vigilant and keeping watch in the night over their flock.

10And the Angel said to them: “Do not be afraid. For, behold, I proclaim to you a great joy, which will be for all the people.

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Cross References

Exodus 16:7And in the morning, you will see the glory of the Lord. For he has heard your murmuring against the Lord. But as for us, truly what are we, that you would whisper against us?”

Exodus 40:34Whenever the cloud departed from the tabernacle, the sons of Israel set out by their companies.

1 Kings 8:11And the priests were unable to stand and minister, because of the cloud. For the glory of the Lord had filled the house of the Lord.

Isaiah 35:2It will spring up and blossom, and it will exult with rejoicing and praising. The glory of Lebanon has been given to it, with the beauty of Carmel and Sharon. These will see the glory of the Lord and the beauty of our God.

Isaiah 60:1Rise up to be illuminated, O Jerusalem! For your light has arrived, and the glory of the Lord has risen over you.

Matthew 1:20But while thinking over these things, behold, an Angel of the Lord appeared to him in his sleep, saying: “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to accept Mary as your wife. For what has been formed in her is of the Holy Spirit.

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 →

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