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Luke 2:47

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Everyone who heard him speak was completely blown away by how deep his understanding was and how perfectly he answered every question.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When wisdom shows up, people notice.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes from the account in the Gospel of Luke where Jesus, at the age of 12, stayed behind in the Jerusalem temple after the Passover festival. His parents found him sitting among the teachers, listening and asking questions, which was a common practice for young Jewish boys preparing for their religious responsibilities. The astonishment of the teachers underscores Jesus' unique divine wisdom, setting the stage for his future ministry.

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