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Luke 2:42

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

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KJV ORIGINAL

And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

When Jesus turned twelve, his family made their usual trip to Jerusalem for the big religious festival.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Even Jesus had family traditions growing up.

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