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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/luke/2.htm">New International Version</a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, &#8220Every firstborn male is to be consecrated to the Lord&#8221), <a href="/nlt/luke/2.htm">New Living Translation</a> The law of the Lord says, “If a woman’s first child is a boy, he must be dedicated to the LORD.” <a href="/esv/luke/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “Every male who first opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord”) <a href="/bsb/luke/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord: “Every firstborn male shall be consecrated to the Lord”), <a href="/blb/luke/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> (as it has been written in the Law of the Lord: "Every male opening a womb shall be called holy to the Lord"), <a href="/kjv/luke/2.htm">King James Bible</a> (As it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;) <a href="/nkjv/luke/2.htm">New King James Version</a> (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every male who opens the womb shall be called holy to the LORD ” ), <a href="/nasb_/luke/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord: “EVERY FIRSTBORN MALE THAT OPENS THE WOMB SHALL BE CALLED HOLY TO THE LORD”), <a href="/nasb/luke/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, &#8220EVERY firstborn MALE THAT OPENS THE WOMB SHALL BE CALLED HOLY TO THE LORD &#8220), <a href="/nasb77/luke/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “EVERY first-born MALE THAT OPENS THE WOMB SHALL BE CALLED HOLY TO THE LORD”), <a href="/lsb/luke/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “EVERY firstborn MALE THAT OPENS THE WOMB SHALL BE CALLED HOLY TO THE LORD”), <a href="/amp/luke/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “EVERY firstborn MALE THAT OPENS THE WOMB SHALL BE CALLED HOLY [set apart and dedicated] TO THE LORD)” <a href="/csb/luke/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> (just as it is written in the law of the Lord, Every firstborn male will be dedicated to the Lord ) <a href="/hcsb/luke/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> (just as it is written in the law of the Lord: Every firstborn male will be dedicated to the Lord) <a href="/asv/luke/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> (as it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord), <a href="/cev/luke/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> just as the Law of the Lord says, "Each first-born baby boy belongs to the Lord." <a href="/erv/luke/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> (as it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord), <a href="/gwt/luke/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> They did exactly what was written in the Lord's Teachings: "Every firstborn boy is to be set apart as holy to the Lord." <a href="/gnt/luke/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> as it is written in the law of the Lord: "Every first-born male is to be dedicated to the Lord." <a href="/isv/luke/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> as it is written in the Law of the Lord, "Every firstborn son is to be designated as holy to the Lord." <a href="/msb/luke/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord: ?Every firstborn male shall be consecrated to the Lord?), <a href="/net/luke/2.htm">NET Bible</a> (just as it is written in the law of the Lord, "Every firstborn male will be set apart to the Lord"), <a href="/nheb/luke/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, "Every male who opens the womb will be called holy to the Lord"), <a href="/wbt/luke/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> (As it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that is the first born of his mother shall be called holy to the Lord) <a href="/wey/luke/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> as it is written in the Law of the Lord: "Every first-born male shall be called holy to the Lord." <a href="/web/luke/2.htm">World English Bible</a> (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every male who opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord”), <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> as it has been written in the Law of the LORD: “Every male opening a womb will be called holy to the LORD,” <a href="/blb/luke/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> (as it has been written in the Law of the Lord: "Every male opening a womb shall be called holy to the Lord"), <a href="/ylt/luke/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> as it hath been written in the Law of the Lord, -- 'Every male opening a womb shall be called holy to the Lord,' <a href="/slt/luke/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> (As has been written in the law of the Lord, That every male opening the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;)<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> As it is written in the law of the Lord: Every male opening the womb shall be called holy to the Lord: <a href="/cpdv/luke/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> just as it is written in the law of the Lord, “For every male opening the womb shall be called holy to the Lord,” <a href="/nabre/luke/2.htm">New American Bible</a> just as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every male that opens the womb shall be consecrated to the Lord,” <a href="/nrsvce/luke/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every firstborn male shall be designated as holy to the Lord”),<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> As it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord; <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> As it is written in the law of THE LORD JEHOVAH, “Every male who opens the womb will be called a holy one of THE LORD JEHOVAH,”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> (as it is written in the law of the Lord: Every male that opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;) <a href="/godbey/luke/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> as it was written in the law of the Lord; That every male opening the womb shall be called holy to the Lord; <a href="/haweis/luke/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> as it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male child, that openeth the womb, shall be called holy to the Lord; <a href="/mace/luke/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> "every first born male-child shall be consecrated to the Lord." <a href="/wey/luke/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> as it is written in the Law of the Lord: "Every first-born male shall be called holy to the Lord." <a href="/worrell/luke/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> (as it has been written in the law of the Lord?"Every male opening the womb shall be called holy to the Lord"); <a href="/worsley/luke/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> (as it is written in the law of the Lord, That every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord:) and to offer a sacrifice, <a href="/parallel/luke/2-23.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=774" 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">Jesus Presented at the Temple</a> …22And when the time of purification according to the Law of Moses was complete, His parents brought Him to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord 23<a href="/greek/2531.htm" title="2531: kathōs (Adv) -- According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that.">(as</a> <a href="/greek/1125.htm" title="1125: gegraptai (V-RIM/P-3S) -- A primary verb; to grave, especially to write; figuratively, to describe.">it is written</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3551.htm" title="3551: nomō (N-DMS) -- From a primary nemo; law, genitive case, specially, (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively.">the Law</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyriou (N-GMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">of the Lord:</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because."></a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: Pan (Adj-NNS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">“Every</a> <a href="/greek/1272.htm" title="1272: dianoigon (V-PPA-NNS) -- To open fully. From dia and anoigo; to open thoroughly, literally or figuratively.">firstborn</a> <a href="/greek/3388.htm" title="3388: mētran (N-AFS) -- The womb. From meter; the matrix."></a> <a href="/greek/730.htm" title="730: arsen (N-NNS) -- Male. Arsen probably from airo; male.">male</a> <a href="/greek/2564.htm" title="2564: klēthēsetai (V-FIP-3S) -- (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to call.">shall be consecrated</a> <a href="/greek/40.htm" title="40: hagion (Adj-NNS) -- Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to the</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyriō (N-DMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">Lord”),</a> 24and to offer the sacrifice specified in the Law of the Lord: “A pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.”…<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="/exodus/13-2.htm">Exodus 13:2</a> “Consecrate to Me every firstborn male. The firstborn from every womb among the Israelites belongs to Me, both of man and beast.” <a href="/exodus/13-12.htm">Exodus 13:12</a> you are to present to the LORD the firstborn male of every womb. All the firstborn males of your livestock belong to the LORD. <a href="/exodus/13-15.htm">Exodus 13:15</a> And when Pharaoh stubbornly refused to let us go, the LORD killed every firstborn in the land of Egypt, both of man and beast. This is why I sacrifice to the LORD the firstborn male of every womb, but I redeem all the firstborn of my sons.’ <a href="/numbers/3-13.htm">Numbers 3:13</a> for all the firstborn are Mine. On the day I struck down every firstborn in the land of Egypt, I consecrated to Myself all the firstborn in Israel, both man and beast. They are Mine; I am the LORD.” <a href="/numbers/8-17.htm">Numbers 8:17</a> For every firstborn male in Israel is Mine, both man and beast. I set them apart for Myself on the day I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt. <a href="/numbers/18-15.htm">Numbers 18:15</a> The firstborn of every womb, whether man or beast, that is offered to the LORD belongs to you. But you must surely redeem every firstborn son and every firstborn male of unclean animals. <a href="/leviticus/12-2.htm">Leviticus 12:2-8</a> “Say to the Israelites, ‘A woman who becomes pregnant and gives birth to a son will be unclean for seven days, as she is during the days of her menstruation. / And on the eighth day the flesh of the boy’s foreskin is to be circumcised. / The woman shall continue in purification from her bleeding for thirty-three days. She must not touch anything sacred or go into the sanctuary until the days of her purification are complete. ... <a href="/exodus/22-29.htm">Exodus 22:29</a> You must not hold back offerings from your granaries or vats. You are to give Me the firstborn of your sons. <a href="/exodus/34-19.htm">Exodus 34:19-20</a> The first offspring of every womb belongs to Me, including all the firstborn males among your livestock, whether cattle or sheep. / You must redeem the firstborn of a donkey with a lamb; but if you do not redeem it, you are to break its neck. You must redeem all the firstborn of your sons. No one shall appear before Me empty-handed. <a href="/deuteronomy/15-19.htm">Deuteronomy 15:19</a> You must set apart to the LORD your God every firstborn male produced by your herds and flocks. You are not to put the firstborn of your oxen to work, nor are you to shear the firstborn of your flock. <a href="/1_samuel/1-24.htm">1 Samuel 1:24-28</a> Once she had weaned him, Hannah took the boy with her, along with a three-year-old bull, an ephah of flour, and a skin of wine. Though the boy was still young, she brought him to the house of the LORD at Shiloh. / And when they had slaughtered the bull, they brought the boy to Eli. / “Please, my lord,” said Hannah, “as surely as you live, my lord, I am the woman who stood here beside you praying to the LORD. ... <a href="/hebrews/10-5.htm">Hebrews 10:5-10</a> Therefore, when Christ came into the world, He said: “Sacrifice and offering You did not desire, but a body You prepared for Me. / In burnt offerings and sin offerings You took no delight. / Then I said, ‘Here I am, it is written about Me in the scroll: I have come to do Your will, O God.’” ... <a href="/romans/8-29.htm">Romans 8:29</a> For those God foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, so that He would be the firstborn among many brothers. <a href="/colossians/1-15.htm">Colossians 1:15</a> The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. <a href="/revelation/1-5.htm">Revelation 1:5</a> and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and has released us from our sins by His blood,</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>(As it is written in the law of the LORD, Every male that opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;)Every.<a href="/exodus/13-2.htm">Exodus 13:2,12-15</a> Sanctify unto me all the firstborn, whatsoever openeth the womb among the children of Israel, both of man and of beast: it is mine… <a href="/exodus/22-29.htm">Exodus 22:29</a> Thou shalt not delay to offer the first of thy ripe fruits, and of thy liquors: the firstborn of thy sons shalt thou give unto me.<a href="/exodus/34-19.htm">Exodus 34:19</a> All that openeth the matrix is mine; and every firstling among thy cattle, whether ox or sheep, that is male.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/2-11.htm">Born</a> <a href="/luke/2-21.htm">Child</a> <a href="/mark/2-26.htm">Consecrated</a> <a href="/luke/2-7.htm">First</a> <a href="/luke/2-7.htm">Firstborn</a> <a href="/luke/2-7.htm">First-Born</a> <a href="/luke/1-75.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/luke/2-22.htm">Law</a> <a href="/mark/10-6.htm">Male</a> <a href="/luke/2-5.htm">Mother</a> <a href="/luke/1-15.htm">Mother's</a> <a href="/ezekiel/33-22.htm">Openeth</a> <a href="/mark/2-4.htm">Opening</a> <a href="/micah/2-13.htm">Opens</a> <a href="/luke/2-21.htm">Womb</a> <a href="/mark/15-26.htm">Written</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/7-28.htm">Born</a> <a href="/luke/2-27.htm">Child</a> <a href="/luke/21-5.htm">Consecrated</a> <a href="/luke/6-1.htm">First</a> <a href="/romans/8-29.htm">Firstborn</a> <a href="/romans/8-29.htm">First-Born</a> <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/luke/2-24.htm">Law</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-9.htm">Male</a> <a href="/luke/2-27.htm">Mother</a> <a href="/luke/7-13.htm">Mother's</a> <a href="/john/10-3.htm">Openeth</a> <a href="/luke/4-17.htm">Opening</a> <a href="/john/10-3.htm">Opens</a> <a href="/luke/11-27.htm">Womb</a> <a href="/luke/3-4.htm">Written</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>(as it is written in the Law of the Lord: This phrase refers to the Mosaic Law, which was given to the Israelites through Moses. The Law of the Lord is a central theme in the Old Testament, serving as a guide for the Israelites in their covenant relationship with God. The phrase underscores the importance of adherence to God's commandments as a sign of faithfulness and obedience. It also highlights the continuity between the Old and New Testaments, showing that Jesus' life and actions were in fulfillment of the Law.“Every firstborn male shall be consecrated to the Lord”), This part of the verse refers to the command found in <a href="/exodus/13-2.htm">Exodus 13:2</a> and <a href="/numbers/3-13.htm">Numbers 3:13</a>, where God instructs that every firstborn male, both human and animal, is to be set apart for Him. This consecration is a reminder of the Passover event, where the firstborn of Egypt were struck down, but the Israelites were spared. The act of consecrating the firstborn is a form of dedication and acknowledgment of God's deliverance and sovereignty. In the context of Jesus, this consecration signifies His role as the ultimate firstborn, preeminent in all creation (<a href="/colossians/1-15.htm">Colossians 1:15</a>), and foreshadows His sacrificial role as the Lamb of God.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The firstborn Son of Mary and Joseph, whose presentation at the temple is the focus of this passage. 2. <a href="/topical/m/mary_and_joseph.htm">Mary and Joseph</a> The earthly parents of Jesus, who are obediently following the Law of the Lord by presenting Jesus at the temple. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_temple_in_jerusalem.htm">The Temple in Jerusalem</a> The sacred place where Jewish rituals, including the consecration of the firstborn, were performed. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_law_of_the_lord.htm">The Law of the Lord</a> Refers to the Mosaic Law, specifically the commandment regarding the consecration of the firstborn, as found in <a href="/exodus/13-2.htm">Exodus 13:2</a>. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_firstborn.htm">The Firstborn</a> In Jewish tradition, the firstborn male holds a special place and is dedicated to God, symbolizing God's claim over all creation.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/o/obedience_to_god's_law.htm">Obedience to God's Law</a> Mary and Joseph's actions demonstrate their commitment to following God's commandments. As believers, we are called to live in obedience to God's Word, recognizing its authority in our lives. <a href="/topical/s/significance_of_the_firstborn.htm">Significance of the Firstborn</a> The consecration of the firstborn symbolizes God's sovereignty and His claim over all creation. It reminds us of the importance of dedicating our lives and resources to God. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_as_the_fulfillment_of_the_law.htm">Jesus as the Fulfillment of the Law</a> Jesus' presentation at the temple signifies His role in fulfilling the Law. As Christians, we understand that Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment of the Law, and through Him, we find our redemption. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_tradition_in_faith.htm">The Role of Tradition in Faith</a> The adherence to the tradition of consecrating the firstborn reflects the value of maintaining spiritual practices that honor God. We should evaluate how traditions in our faith communities help us grow closer to God.<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_occurs_following_death.htm">What occurs following death?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_candlemas.htm">What is Candlemas?</a> <a href="/q/did_jesus_flee_to_egypt_or_return_to_galilee.htm">Was baby Jesus' life threatened in Jerusalem, prompting Joseph to flee to Egypt (Matthew 2:13-23), or did the family calmly present him at the temple and return to Galilee (Luke 2:21-40)?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_jesus_justify_sabbath_healing.htm">Luke 14:3-4: How can Jesus justify healing on the Sabbath, when Old Testament law (Exodus 20:8-11) seems strict about keeping it holy?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/luke/2-23.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>(as καθὼς (kathōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_2531.htm">Strong's 2531: </a> According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that. it is written γέγραπται (gegraptai) Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1125.htm">Strong's 1125: </a> A primary verb; to 'grave', especially to write; figuratively, to describe. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. [the] Law νόμῳ (nomō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3551.htm">Strong's 3551: </a> From a primary nemo; law, genitive case, specially, (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively. of [the] Lord: Κυρίου (Kyriou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. “Every Πᾶν (Pan) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <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. firstborn διανοῖγον (dianoigon) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1272.htm">Strong's 1272: </a> To open fully. From dia and anoigo; to open thoroughly, literally or figuratively. male ἄρσεν (arsen) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_730.htm">Strong's 730: </a> Male. Arsen probably from airo; male. shall be consecrated κληθήσεται (klēthēsetai) Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2564.htm">Strong's 2564: </a> (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to 'call'. to the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative Masculine Singular <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. Lord”), Κυρίῳ (Kyriō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. 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