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The Book of Luke, Chapter 1, Verse 80

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To give light to them that sit in darkness and [in] the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.
King James Version
And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his shewing unto Israel.
American Standard Version
And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his showing unto Israel.
New English Translation
The Shepherds’ Visit Now there were shepherds nearby living out in the field, keeping guard over their flock at night.
World English Bible
The child was growing, and becoming strong in spirit, and was in the desert until the day of his public appearance to Israel.
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And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.
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([And] this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
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And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
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And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
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To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
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And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
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And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
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And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
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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.
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And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.