Luke 2:21

Jesus’ circumcision, naming, and temple presentation

21 When eight days had passed, Jesus' parents circumcised him and gave him the name Jesus. This was the name given to him by the angel before he was conceived.

Luke 2:21 In-Context

19 Mary committed these things to memory and considered them carefully.
20 The shepherds returned home, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen. Everything happened just as they had been told.
21 When eight days had passed, Jesus' parents circumcised him and gave him the name Jesus. This was the name given to him by the angel before he was conceived.
22 When the time came for their ritual cleansing, in accordance with the Law from Moses, they brought Jesus up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord. (
23 It's written in the Law of the Lord, "Every firstborn male will be dedicated to the Lord.")
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