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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/matthew/2.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/matthew/2.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they were overjoyed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/matthew/2.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they were filled with joy!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/matthew/2.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/matthew/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced with great delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/matthew/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And having seen the star, they rejoiced <i>with</i> exceedingly great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/matthew/2.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/matthew/2.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/matthew/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/matthew/2.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/matthew/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And when they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/matthew/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And when they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/matthew/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/matthew/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they were overwhelmed with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/matthew/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they were overjoyed beyond measure. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/matthew/2.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And when they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/matthew/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />They were thrilled and excited to see the star. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/matthew/2.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And when they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/matthew/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />They were overwhelmed with joy to see the star.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/matthew/2.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they were ecstatic with joy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/matthew/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced with great delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/matthew/2.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star they shouted joyfully.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/matthew/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />And when they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/matthew/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/matthew/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />When they saw the star, the sight filled them with intense joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/matthew/2.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/matthew/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And having seen the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/matthew/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And having seen the star, they rejoiced <i>with</i> exceedingly great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/matthew/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And having seen the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/matthew/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And seeing the star, they rejoiced with great joy exceedingly.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/matthew/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And seeing the star they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/matthew/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Then, seeing the star, they were gladdened by a very great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/matthew/2.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />They were overjoyed at seeing the star,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/matthew/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/matthew/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And when they saw the star, they rejoiced with a very great joy.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/matthew/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />And when they saw the star, they rejoiced with very great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/matthew/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />And seeing the star they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/matthew/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />And when they saw the star, they were exceedingly transported with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/matthew/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />when they observ'd this of the star, they were extreamly well pleas'd.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/matthew/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />When they saw the star, the sight filled them with intense joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/matthew/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />And, seeing the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/matthew/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />And when they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/matthew/2-10.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hriiyJYqzvc?start=312" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/matthew/2.htm">The Pilgrimage of the Magi</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">9</span>After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stood over the place where the Child was. <span class="reftext">10</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">When</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: idontes (V-APA-NMP) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">they saw</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/792.htm" title="792: astera (N-AMS) -- A star. Probably from the base of stronnumi; a star, literally or figuratively.">star,</a> <a href="/greek/5463.htm" title="5463: echarēsan (V-AIP-3P) -- A primary verb; to be cheer ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well.">they rejoiced</a> <a href="/greek/4970.htm" title="4970: sphodra (Adv) -- Exceedingly, greatly, very much. Neuter plural of sphodros as adverb; vehemently, i.e. In a high degree, much."></a> <a href="/greek/3173.htm" title="3173: megalēn (Adj-AFS) -- Large, great, in the widest sense. "></a> <a href="/greek/5479.htm" title="5479: charan (N-AFS) -- Joy, gladness, a source of joy. From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. Calm delight.">with great delight.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">11</span>On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/2-10.htm">Luke 2:10-11</a></span><br />But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid! For behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people: / Today in the city of David a Savior has been born to you. He is Christ the Lord!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/60-1.htm">Isaiah 60:1-3</a></span><br />Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you. / For behold, darkness covers the earth, and thick darkness is over the peoples; but the LORD will rise upon you, and His glory will appear over you. / Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/67-4.htm">Psalm 67:4</a></span><br />Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for You judge the peoples justly and lead the nations of the earth. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/12-5.htm">Revelation 12:5</a></span><br />And she gave birth to a son, a male child, who will rule all the nations with an iron scepter. And her child was caught up to God and to His throne.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/16-22.htm">John 16:22</a></span><br />So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/9-2.htm">Isaiah 9:2</a></span><br />The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/97-11.htm">Psalm 97:11</a></span><br />Light shines on the righteous, gladness on the upright in heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-44.htm">Luke 1:44</a></span><br />For as soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/35-10.htm">Isaiah 35:10</a></span><br />So the redeemed of the LORD will return and enter Zion with singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and sighing will flee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-48.htm">Acts 13:48</a></span><br />When the Gentiles heard this, they rejoiced and glorified the word of the Lord, and all who were appointed for eternal life believed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/98-4.htm">Psalm 98:4</a></span><br />Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth—let your cry ring out, and sing praises!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/49-13.htm">Isaiah 49:13</a></span><br />Shout for joy, O heavens; rejoice, O earth; break forth in song, O mountains! For the LORD has comforted His people, and He will have compassion on His afflicted ones.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-10.htm">Romans 15:10</a></span><br />Again, it says: “Rejoice, O Gentiles, with His people.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zechariah/9-9.htm">Zechariah 9:9</a></span><br />Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your King comes to you, righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-8.htm">1 Peter 1:8</a></span><br />Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.</p><p class="hdg">they rejoiced.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/32-13.htm">Deuteronomy 32:13</a></b></br> He made him ride on the high places of the earth, that he might eat the increase of the fields; and he made him to suck honey out of the rock, and oil out of the flinty rock;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/67-4.htm">Psalm 67:4</a></b></br> O let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for thou shalt judge the people righteously, and govern the nations upon earth. Selah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/105-3.htm">Psalm 105:3</a></b></br> Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/jonah/4-6.htm">Exceeding</a> <a href="/zechariah/9-5.htm">Exceedingly</a> <a href="/zechariah/9-15.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/malachi/4-2.htm">Full</a> <a href="/malachi/4-5.htm">Great</a> <a href="/2_samuel/13-15.htm">Intense</a> <a href="/zechariah/10-7.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/daniel/6-23.htm">Overjoyed</a> <a href="/zechariah/10-7.htm">Rejoiced</a> <a href="/malachi/2-17.htm">Sight</a> <a href="/matthew/2-9.htm">Star</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/2-16.htm">Exceeding</a> <a href="/matthew/2-16.htm">Exceedingly</a> <a href="/matthew/5-6.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/matthew/3-6.htm">Full</a> <a href="/matthew/2-18.htm">Great</a> <a href="/luke/22-44.htm">Intense</a> <a href="/matthew/5-12.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/john/20-20.htm">Overjoyed</a> <a href="/mark/14-11.htm">Rejoiced</a> <a href="/matthew/6-1.htm">Sight</a> <a href="/luke/10-18.htm">Star</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 2</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/2-1.htm">The wise men from the east enquire after Jesus;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/2-3.htm">at which Herod is alarmed.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/2-9.htm">They are directed by a star to Bethlehem, worship him, and offer their presents.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/2-13.htm">Joseph flees into Egypt with Jesus and his mother.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/2-16.htm">Herod slays the children;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/2-20.htm">himself dies.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/2-23.htm">Jesus is brought back again into Galilee to Nazareth.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/2.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/matthew/2.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>When they saw the star</b><br>The Magi, often referred to as wise men, were likely astrologers or scholars from the East, possibly Persia or Babylon. Their journey was guided by a celestial event, which they interpreted as the sign of a new king's birth. The star they saw is often linked to the prophecy in <a href="/numbers/24-17.htm">Numbers 24:17</a>, which speaks of a star coming out of Jacob. This star's appearance was a divine sign, leading them to the Messiah. The star's guidance highlights God's sovereignty and His ability to use natural phenomena to fulfill His purposes.<p><b>they rejoiced</b><br>The Magi's reaction upon seeing the star again was one of joy, indicating their deep desire to find and worship the newborn King. Their joy contrasts with Herod's fear and the indifference of the religious leaders in Jerusalem. This joy reflects the fulfillment of their long journey and the anticipation of meeting the prophesied King. It also signifies the joy that comes from divine revelation and the fulfillment of God's promises.<p><b>with great delight</b><br>The phrase emphasizes the intensity of their joy. This delight is not just a simple happiness but a profound, overwhelming sense of fulfillment and excitement. It underscores the significance of the event they were about to witness—the birth of the Savior. This great delight can be seen as a fulfillment of <a href="/isaiah/9-3.htm">Isaiah 9:3</a>, which speaks of increased joy at the coming of the Messiah. The Magi's response serves as a model for all who seek Christ, illustrating the joy found in recognizing and worshiping Him.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_magi.htm">The Magi (Wise Men)</a></b><br>These were learned men from the East, likely astrologers or scholars, who followed the star to find the newborn King of the Jews. Their journey signifies the recognition of Jesus' kingship by Gentiles.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_star.htm">The Star</a></b><br>A celestial phenomenon that guided the Magi to Jesus. It symbolizes divine guidance and revelation.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/b/bethlehem.htm">Bethlehem</a></b><br>The town where Jesus was born, fulfilling the prophecy of the Messiah's birthplace.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/h/herod_the_great.htm">Herod the Great</a></b><br>The ruling king of Judea at the time, who felt threatened by the birth of Jesus and sought to kill Him.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a></b><br>The central figure of the passage, whose birth is the reason for the Magi's journey and joy.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_guidance.htm">Divine Guidance</a></b><br>Just as the star guided the Magi, God provides guidance to those who seek Him. We should be attentive to His leading in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/joy_in_christ.htm">Joy in Christ</a></b><br>The Magi's joy upon seeing the star reminds us that true joy is found in Christ. We should seek to cultivate a heart that rejoices in His presence.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/worship_and_adoration.htm">Worship and Adoration</a></b><br>The Magi's journey was one of worship. Our lives should be marked by a pursuit of Christ that leads to worship and adoration.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/inclusivity_of_the_gospel.htm">Inclusivity of the Gospel</a></b><br>The Magi, as Gentiles, highlight the inclusivity of the Gospel. We are called to share the message of Christ with all people, regardless of background.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/fulfillment_of_prophecy.htm">Fulfillment of Prophecy</a></b><br>The events surrounding Jesus' birth fulfill Old Testament prophecies, affirming the reliability of Scripture. We can trust God's Word and His promises.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 2</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_the_three_wise_men's_story.htm">What is the story of the Three Wise Men?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_christians_celebrate_christmas.htm">Can Christians celebrate Christmas?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_the_magi_travel_west_to_judea.htm">If the Magi witnessed the star 'in the east' (Matthew 2:1-2), why did they travel west to Judea instead of looking elsewhere for its significance?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_reconcile_joel_2_10,_31_with_science.htm">How can the sun and moon being darkened (Joel 2:10, 31) be reconciled with known scientific observations?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 10.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">When</span> ( <span class="accented">and when</span>, Revised Version) <span class="cmt_word">they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy;</span> "they were marvelously glad" (Tyndale). Its reappearance was the pledge of the full answer to their search, the full reward of their toilsome journey. Contrast the indifference of the chosen people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/matthew/2-10.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">When</span><br /><span class="grk">δὲ</span> <span class="translit">(de)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> </span><span class="str2">A primary particle; but, and, etc.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they saw</span><br /><span class="grk">ἰδόντες</span> <span class="translit">(idontes)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> </span><span class="str2">Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the</span><br /><span class="grk">τὸν</span> <span class="translit">(ton)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Accusative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">star,</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀστέρα</span> <span class="translit">(astera)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_792.htm">Strong's 792: </a> </span><span class="str2">A star. Probably from the base of stronnumi; a star, literally or figuratively.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they rejoiced</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐχάρησαν</span> <span class="translit">(echarēsan)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5463.htm">Strong's 5463: </a> </span><span class="str2">A primary verb; to be 'cheer'ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with great delight.</span><br /><span class="grk">χαρὰν</span> <span class="translit">(charan)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5479.htm">Strong's 5479: </a> </span><span class="str2">Joy, gladness, a source of joy. 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