Luk 2:34-35 | MHM | STEP | v. 34-35 : Simeon blessed them and told Mary that Jesus would cause many in Israel to fall and rise. He would be a sign that many would oppose, revealing the thoughts of many hearts. Simeon warned Mary that she, too, would suffer—her heart would be pierced with sorrow, most likely referring to the pain she would feel when Jesus suffered later. Jesus would be a dividing line—some would accept him and be lifted up, others would reject him and fall (Isaiah 8:14-15 ).

‏ Luke 2:34-35

v. 34-35: Simeon blessed them and told Mary that Jesus would cause many in Israel to fall and rise. He would be a sign that many would oppose, revealing the thoughts of many hearts. Simeon warned Mary that she, too, would suffer—her heart would be pierced with sorrow, most likely referring to the pain she would feel when Jesus suffered later. Jesus would be a dividing line—some would accept him and be lifted up, others would reject him and fall (Isaiah 8:14-15 ^a).

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