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amazed at his understanding and his answers. <a href="/cev/luke/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Everyone who heard him was surprised at how much he knew and at the answers he gave. <a href="/erv/luke/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> and all that heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers. <a href="/gwt/luke/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> His understanding and his answers stunned everyone who heard him. <a href="/gnt/luke/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> All who heard him were amazed at his intelligent answers. <a href="/isv/luke/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> All who heard him were amazed at his intelligence and his answers. <a href="/msb/luke/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And all who heard Him were astounded at His understanding and His answers. <a href="/net/luke/2.htm">NET Bible</a> And all who heard Jesus were astonished at his understanding and his answers. <a href="/nheb/luke/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> All who heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers. <a href="/wbt/luke/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers. <a href="/wey/luke/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> while all who heard Him were astonished at His intelligence and at the answers He gave. <a href="/web/luke/2.htm">World English Bible</a> All who heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and all those hearing Him were astonished at His understanding and answers. <a href="/blb/luke/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And all those hearing Him were amazed at His understanding and answers. <a href="/ylt/luke/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and all those hearing him were astonished at his understanding and answers. <a href="/slt/luke/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And all hearing him were affected in mind at his understanding and answers.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And all that heard him were astonished at his wisdom and his answers. <a href="/cpdv/luke/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> But all who listened to him were astonished over his prudence and his responses. <a href="/nabre/luke/2.htm">New American Bible</a> and all who heard him were astounded at his understanding and his answers. <a href="/nrsvce/luke/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> And all who heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And all those who heard him were amazed at his wisdom and his answers. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And all who were listening to him were astounded at his wisdom and at his discourses.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding, and his answers. <a href="/godbey/luke/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And all hearing Him were astonished at His wisdom and answers. <a href="/haweis/luke/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And all who heard him, were in a transport of admiration, at his understanding and answers. <a href="/mace/luke/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> and all that heard him were astonish'd at his understanding and answers. <a href="/wey/luke/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> while all who heard Him were astonished at His intelligence and at the answers He gave. <a href="/worrell/luke/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And all who heard Him were astonished at His understanding and answers. <a href="/worsley/luke/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And all that heard Him were astonished at his understanding and his answers. <a href="/parallel/luke/2-47.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=964" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/luke/2.htm">The Boy Jesus at the Temple</a> …46Finally, after three days they found Him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. 47<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">And</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantes (Adj-NMP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">all</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">who</a> <a href="/greek/191.htm" title="191: akouontes (V-PPA-NMP) -- To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.">heard</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Him</a> <a href="/greek/1839.htm" title="1839: existanto (V-IIM-3P) -- From ek and histemi; to put out of wits, i.e. Astound, or become astounded, insane.">were astounded</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: epi (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">at</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">His</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/4907.htm" title="4907: synesei (N-DFS) -- From suniemi; a mental putting together, i.e. Intelligence or the intellect.">understanding</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tais (Art-DFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">His</a> <a href="/greek/612.htm" title="612: apokrisesin (N-DFP) -- An answer, reply. From apokrinomai; a response.">answers.</a> 48When His parents saw Him, they were astonished. “Child, why have You done this to us?” His mother asked. “Your father and I have been anxiously searching for You.”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/7-28.htm">Matthew 7:28-29</a> When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were astonished at His teaching, / because He taught as one who had authority, and not as their scribes. <a href="/mark/1-22.htm">Mark 1:22</a> The people were astonished at His teaching, because He taught as one who had authority, and not as the scribes. <a href="/john/7-15.htm">John 7:15</a> The Jews were amazed and asked, “How did this man attain such learning without having studied?” <a href="/matthew/13-54.htm">Matthew 13:54</a> Coming to His hometown, He taught the people in their synagogue, and they were astonished. “Where did this man get such wisdom and miraculous powers?” they asked. <a href="/mark/6-2.htm">Mark 6:2</a> When the Sabbath came, He began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard Him were astonished. “Where did this man get these ideas?” they asked. “What is this wisdom He has been given? And how can He perform such miracles? <a href="/john/7-46.htm">John 7:46</a> “Never has anyone spoken like this man!” the officers answered. <a href="/matthew/22-33.htm">Matthew 22:33</a> When the crowds heard this, they were astonished at His teaching. <a href="/acts/4-13.htm">Acts 4:13</a> When they saw the boldness of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they marveled and took note that these men had been with Jesus. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-27.htm">1 Corinthians 1:27</a> But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. <a href="/colossians/2-3.htm">Colossians 2:3</a> in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. <a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a> The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. <a href="/isaiah/50-4.htm">Isaiah 50:4</a> The Lord GOD has given Me the tongue of discipleship, to sustain the weary with a word. He awakens Me morning by morning; He awakens My ear to listen as a disciple. <a href="/psalms/119-99.htm">Psalm 119:99</a> I have more insight than all my teachers, for Your testimonies are my meditation. <a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6</a> For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. <a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a> The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.<a href="/luke/4-22.htm">Luke 4:22,32</a> And all bare him witness, and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth. And they said, Is not this Joseph's son? … <a href="/psalms/119-99.htm">Psalm 119:99</a> I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies are my meditation.<a href="/matthew/7-28.htm">Matthew 7:28</a> And it came to pass, when Jesus had ended these sayings, the people were astonished at his doctrine:<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/2-33.htm">Amazed</a> <a href="/mark/15-5.htm">Answers</a> <a href="/luke/2-18.htm">Astonished</a> <a href="/luke/2-18.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/luke/2-46.htm">Found</a> <a href="/luke/2-44.htm">Full</a> <a href="/luke/2-20.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/luke/2-46.htm">Hearing</a> <a href="/luke/2-46.htm">Listening</a> <a href="/luke/2-46.htm">Questions</a> <a href="/luke/2-46.htm">Sitting</a> <a href="/luke/2-46.htm">Temple</a> <a href="/mark/15-25.htm">Third</a> <a href="/luke/1-3.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/luke/2-33.htm">Wonder</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/2-48.htm">Amazed</a> <a href="/luke/2-48.htm">Answers</a> <a href="/luke/2-48.htm">Astonished</a> <a href="/luke/4-21.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/luke/3-22.htm">Found</a> <a href="/luke/4-1.htm">Full</a> <a href="/luke/2-48.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/luke/4-21.htm">Hearing</a> <a href="/luke/6-28.htm">Listening</a> <a href="/luke/3-10.htm">Questions</a> <a href="/luke/5-17.htm">Sitting</a> <a href="/luke/4-9.htm">Temple</a> <a href="/luke/9-22.htm">Third</a> <a href="/luke/10-21.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/luke/4-22.htm">Wonder</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 2</div>1. <a href="/luke/2-1.htm">Augustus taxes all the Roman empire.</a> 6. <a href="/luke/2-6.htm">The nativity of Jesus.</a> 8. <a href="/luke/2-8.htm">An angel relates it to the shepherds, and many sing praises to God for it.</a> 15. <a href="/luke/2-15.htm">The shepherds glorify God.</a> 21. <a href="/luke/2-21.htm">Jesus is circumcised.</a> 22. <a href="/luke/2-22.htm">Mary purified.</a> 25. <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Simeon and Anna prophesy of Jesus,</a> 39. <a href="/luke/2-39.htm">who increases in wisdom,</a> 41. <a href="/luke/2-41.htm">questions in the temple with the teachers,</a> 51. <a href="/luke/2-51.htm">and is obedient to his parents.</a> </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>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <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> </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/luke/2.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/luke/2.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>And all who heard Him This phrase highlights the presence of a diverse audience, likely including teachers, scholars, and ordinary people in the temple. The setting is Jerusalem, a central hub for Jewish religious life, especially during the Passover festival. The audience's reaction indicates that Jesus, even as a young boy, was engaging with those who were well-versed in the Scriptures and Jewish law. This moment foreshadows His future ministry where He would often teach in synagogues and the temple, drawing large crowds.were astounded The Greek word used here conveys a sense of being overwhelmed with amazement. This reaction underscores the extraordinary nature of Jesus' wisdom and insight, which was uncommon for someone of His age. It reflects the fulfillment of prophecies such as <a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a>, which speaks of the Spirit of wisdom and understanding resting upon the Messiah. This astonishment also prefigures the reactions Jesus would elicit throughout His ministry, as seen in passages like <a href="/matthew/7-28.htm">Matthew 7:28-29</a>, where the crowds were amazed at His teaching.at His understanding Understanding here refers to Jesus' deep comprehension of the Scriptures and the ability to interpret them with clarity and authority. This is significant because it demonstrates His divine nature and prefigures His role as the ultimate Teacher and Rabbi. His understanding surpasses that of the religious leaders, indicating His unique relationship with God the Father. This aligns with <a href="/john/7-15.htm">John 7:15</a>, where people marvel at Jesus' learning despite having no formal education.and His answers Jesus' answers were not only insightful but also authoritative, reflecting His divine wisdom. This aspect of His character is consistent with His later teachings, where He often provided answers that revealed deeper spiritual truths and challenged conventional interpretations of the law. His ability to provide profound answers at such a young age points to His identity as the Word made flesh (<a href="/john/1-14.htm">John 1:14</a>) and His role in fulfilling the law and the prophets (<a href="/matthew/5-17.htm">Matthew 5:17</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> At the age of twelve, Jesus is found in the temple, engaging with the teachers. His wisdom and understanding are evident even at this young age. 2. <a href="/topical/t/teachers_in_the_temple.htm">Teachers in the Temple</a> These are the learned men of the Jewish faith, well-versed in the Scriptures and the Law. They are amazed by Jesus' insights and responses. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_temple_in_jerusalem.htm">The Temple in Jerusalem</a> The central place of worship and learning for the Jewish people, where Jesus is found discussing deep theological matters. 4. <a href="/topical/m/mary_and_joseph.htm">Mary and Joseph</a> Jesus' earthly parents, who find Him in the temple after searching for Him. Their presence highlights the familial and human aspect of Jesus' life. 5. <a href="/topical/p/passover_festival.htm">Passover Festival</a> The event that brought Jesus and His family to Jerusalem, providing the context for this encounter in the temple.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_wisdom_of_christ.htm">The Wisdom of Christ</a> Jesus' understanding and answers demonstrate His divine wisdom, even as a child. This encourages believers to seek wisdom from Christ, who embodies perfect understanding. <a href="/topical/a/a_model_for_learning.htm">A Model for Learning</a> Jesus' engagement with the teachers shows the importance of asking questions and seeking understanding in our faith journey. Believers are encouraged to be lifelong learners of God's Word. <a href="/topical/a/astonishment_at_god's_work.htm">Astonishment at God's Work</a> The amazement of the teachers reminds us to remain open and receptive to the unexpected ways God may reveal His truth to us. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_temple.htm">The Role of the Temple</a> The temple as a place of learning and worship underscores the importance of communal and personal devotion in growing our faith. <a href="/topical/p/parental_guidance_and_trust.htm">Parental Guidance and Trust</a> Mary and Joseph's search for Jesus and their eventual understanding of His mission highlight the balance of parental guidance and trust in God's plan for their children.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 2</a> <a href="/q/what_shaped_jesus'_early_life.htm">What events shaped Jesus' early life and upbringing?</a> <a href="/q/did_jesus_ascend_to_paradise_that_day.htm">Did Jesus ascend to Paradise on the crucifixion day? Yes, per Luke 23:43. No, per John 20:17.</a> <a href="/q/john_7_15_-_how_did_jesus_teach_expertly.htm">John 7:15 - How did Jesus teach with apparent expertise without formal rabbinic training?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_james_4_2-3_explain_unanswered_prayers.htm">How does James 4:2-3 reconcile the promise of answered prayer with the many unanswered prayers observed in reality?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/luke/2.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(47) At his understanding and answers.--The first word seems to point to the discernment which showed itself in the questions as well as the answers. The egotism of Josephus leads him to speak of himself as having, at the age of fourteen--when he too had become "a child of the Law"--caused a like astonishment by his intelligence; so that the chief priests and principal men of the city used to come and consult him upon difficult questions in the interpretation of the Law (Life, c. 1). The fact is so far interesting as showing that the class of teachers retained the same kind of interest in quick and promising scholars. <a href="/commentaries/luke/2-47.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>And δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. all πάντες (pantes) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. who οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. heard ἀκούοντες (akouontes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. Him αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. were amazed ἐξίσταντο (existanto) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1839.htm">Strong's 1839: </a> From ek and histemi; to put out of wits, i.e. Astound, or become astounded, insane. at ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. His αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. understanding συνέσει (synesei) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4907.htm">Strong's 4907: </a> From suniemi; a mental putting together, i.e. Intelligence or the intellect. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [His] ταῖς (tais) Article - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. answers. ἀποκρίσεσιν (apokrisesin) Noun - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_612.htm">Strong's 612: </a> An answer, reply. 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