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32     He is the light who reveals Your message to the other nations,
        and He is the shining glory of Your covenant people, Israel.

33 His father and mother were stunned to hear Simeon say these things. 34 Simeon went on to bless them both, and to Mary in particular he gave predictions.

Simeon: Listen, this child will make many in Israel rise and fall. He will be a significant person whom many will oppose.

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32 a light for revelation to the Gentiles,
    and the glory of your people Israel.”(A)

33 The child’s father and mother marveled at what was said about him. 34 Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother:(B) “This child is destined to cause the falling(C) and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against,

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