Luke 2:17

After they'd seen for themselves, they spread the news of what had happened and what they had been told about this baby.

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In The King James Version

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

In Context

16They hurried there and found Mary, Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger.

18All those who heard about it were amazed at what the shepherds told them.

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Cross References

Psalms 16:9That's why I'm so happy! That's why I am full of joy! That's why my body lives in hope!

Psalms 71:17God, you have taught me since I was young, and I still tell others about all the wonderful things you do.

Luke 2:38She came up to them right at that moment, and began praising God. She spoke about Jesus to all those who were looking forward to the time when God would set Jerusalem free.

John 1:41He went at once to find his brother Simon and told him, “We've found the Messiah!” (which means “Christ”).

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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