32. a light for revelation of the Gentiles and the glory of thy people Israel.
33. And his father and mother wondered at the things which were said concerning him.
34. And Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary his mother, Lo, this child is set for the fall and rising up of many in Israel, and for a sign spoken against;
35. (and even a sword shall go through thine own soul;) so that the thoughts may be revealed from many hearts.
36. And there was a prophetess, Anna, daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was far advanced in years, having lived with her husband seven years from her virginity,
37. and herself a widow up to eighty-four years; who did not depart from the temple, serving night and day with fastings and prayers;
38. and she coming up the same hour gave praise to the Lord, and spoke of him to all those who waited for redemption in Jerusalem.
39. And when they had completed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee to their own city Nazareth.
40. And the child grew and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom, and God's grace was upon him.
41. And his parents went yearly to Jerusalem at the feast of the passover.
42. And when he was twelve years old, and they went up to Jerusalem according to the custom of the feast
43. and had completed the days, as they returned, the boy Jesus remained behind in Jerusalem, and his parents knew not of it;
44. but, supposing him to be in the company that journeyed together, they went a day's journey, and sought him among their relations and acquaintances:
45. and not having found him they returned to Jerusalem seeking him.
46. And it came to pass, after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers and hearing them and asking them questions.
47. And all who heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.
48. And when they saw him they were amazed: and his mother said to him, Child, why hast thou dealt thus with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee distressed.