Luk 2:22-24 | MHM | STEP | v. 22–23 : When Jesus was forty days old, Mary and Joseph brought him to the temple in Jerusalem to present him to the Lord , as the law required for firstborn sons (Luke 2:22-23 ). The law stated that every firstborn male belonged to the Lord and had to be dedicated to him (Exodus 13:2 ). This also reminded people of how God had spared the firstborn sons of Israel during the Passover in Egypt. By presenting Jesus in the temple, Mary and Joseph showed their obedience to God’s law and recognized that their son belonged to God in a special way.

‏ Luke 2:22-24

v. 22–23: When Jesus was forty days old, Mary and Joseph brought him to the temple in Jerusalem to present him to the Lord, as the law required for firstborn sons (Luke 2:22-23 ^a). The law stated that every firstborn male belonged to the Lord and had to be dedicated to him (Exodus 13:2 ^b). This also reminded people of how God had spared the firstborn sons of Israel during the Passover in Egypt. By presenting Jesus in the temple, Mary and Joseph showed their obedience to God’s law and recognized that their son belonged to God in a special way.

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v. 24: As part of the purification process for Mary, they also offered a sacrifice of two doves or pigeons, which was allowed for those who could not afford a lamb (Leviticus 12:6-8 ^c). Even though Jesus was born without sin, Mary and Joseph followed this law, showing their humility and obedience. This also reminds us that we should always approach God with both thanksgiving and confession of sin, even when we are walking closely with him. Jesus’ family lived under the law, fulfilling all its requirements, which was necessary for him to truly represent humanity.