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38 At that moment she came and began to praise God and to speak about the child[a] to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.(A)

The Return to Nazareth

39 When they had finished everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth.(B) 40 The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom, and the favor of God was upon him.(C)

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  1. 2.38 Gk him

38 Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem.(A)

39 When Joseph and Mary had done everything required by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee to their own town of Nazareth.(B) 40 And the child grew and became strong; he was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was on him.(C)

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