Luke 2:47

47 And all who heard Him were astonished at His understanding and 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 So when they did not find Him, they returned to Jerusalem, seeking Him.

46 Now so it was that after three days they found Him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers, both listening to them and asking them questions.

47 And all who heard Him were astonished at His understanding and answers.

48 So when they saw Him, they were amazed; and His mother said to Him, "Son, why have You done this to us? Look, Your father and I have sought You anxiously."

49 And He said to them, "Why did you seek Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father's business?"