Luke 2:47

47 And all that heard him were astonished at his wisdom and his answers.

Luke 2:47 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 2:47

And all that heard him were astonished
All in the sanhedrim, both the doctors, and their disciples, were amazed,

at his understanding;
in the knowledge of the law, and of the Scriptures:

and his answers;
which he returned to the questions the doctor's put to him, which were made with so much wisdom and judgment, that it was surprising in one of his years.

Luke 2:47 In-Context

45 And not finding him, they returned into Jerusalem, seeking him.

46 And it came to pass, that, after three days, they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, hearing them and asking them questions.

47 And all that heard him were astonished at his wisdom and his answers.

48 And seeing him, they wondered. And his mother said to him: Son, why hast thou done so to us? Behold thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.

49 And he said to them: How is it that you sought me? Did you not know that I must be about my father’s business?