Luke 2:20
Baoule Bible 1996 (Kuo :Dele')
'De 'blae'⧾-a' 'yli-eh bo 'dhu-nyor⧾ mu de.: Yeh an mu-a,: yee' an 'nyi Nyorsoa-a' 'nyne dhih-a' 'i 'beh-a', 'de an po or-a' 'nyne ya, 'do deh⧾-a' klehkpeh on 'worn-a-: 'dekorn:: yih on 'ye-a: ke-:: ka 'enjor-nyor:⧾: dao' on no-a en-': za-a' 'tene': kpeen:.
What Does This Mean?
After seeing the baby Jesus and hearing about him from angels, the shepherds went back to their fields praising God for all they had seen and heard. This verse is a statement that summarizes their reaction.
Explained for Children
Imagine you learned something really amazing, like discovering your favorite toy could talk! The shepherds felt the same way when they saw baby Jesus. They were so happy that they told everyone how wonderful it was to see him!
Historical Background
The Gospel of Luke was written by Luke, a physician and companion of Paul, around 60-85 AD. It was likely written for Gentile Christians who needed an understanding of the life of Jesus from his birth to his resurrection.
Living It Out Today
If someone told you they saw a miracle but you didn’t see it yourself, would you believe them? The shepherds did and then shared their story with others. This can remind us to trust in our faith experiences and share them openly with others.
Topics
faithpraisewitnessingshepherdsangelic appearancesmiracles
Related Verses
Luke 1:39-45John 17:20-26Acts 26:18-20Ephesians 1:15-23Colossians 1:13-14
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the shepherds praise God after seeing baby Jesus?
The shepherds praised God because they had seen a miraculous event that confirmed God’s promises and saw something extraordinary, which led them to glorify God for what they witnessed.
How can we apply Luke 2:20 in our daily lives?
We can share the good news of Jesus with others just as the shepherds did. This means praising and telling people about how God has worked in our lives, encouraging them to seek Him too.
What was special about choosing shepherds to see baby Jesus?
Shepherds were often looked down upon by society but were chosen because they would be the first to spread the news of Christ’s birth. This shows God's choice is not based on social status, making it a powerful message of equality.
What does Luke 2:20 tell us about angelic appearances?
This verse confirms that angels can appear to humans and communicate significant messages from God. It also shows how people are expected to respond with joy and praise after such encounters.