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Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord&#8217s Messiah. <a href="/nlt/luke/2.htm">New Living Translation</a> and had revealed to him that he would not die until he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. <a href="/esv/luke/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. <a href="/bsb/luke/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> The Holy Spirit had revealed to him that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. <a href="/blb/luke/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And it was divinely revealed to him by the Holy Spirit not to see death before that he should see the Lord's Christ. <a href="/kjv/luke/2.htm">King James Bible</a> And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ. <a href="/nkjv/luke/2.htm">New King James Version</a> And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. <a href="/nasb_/luke/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. <a href="/nasb/luke/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord&#8217s Christ. <a href="/nasb77/luke/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. <a href="/lsb/luke/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. <a href="/amp/luke/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed). <a href="/csb/luke/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he saw the Lord’s Messiah. <a href="/hcsb/luke/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he saw the Lord&#8217s Messiah. <a href="/asv/luke/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> And it had been revealed unto him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ. <a href="/cev/luke/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> and told him that he would not die until he had seen Christ the Lord. <a href="/erv/luke/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> And it had been revealed unto him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ. <a href="/gwt/luke/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> and had told him that he wouldn't die until he had seen the Messiah, whom the Lord would send. <a href="/gnt/luke/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> and had assured him that he would not die before he had seen the Lord's promised Messiah. <a href="/isv/luke/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die until he had seen the Lord's Messiah. <a href="/msb/luke/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> The Holy Spirit had revealed to him that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. <a href="/net/luke/2.htm">NET Bible</a> It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord's Christ. <a href="/nheb/luke/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he should not see death before he had seen the Lord's Christ. <a href="/wbt/luke/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And it was revealed to him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ. <a href="/wey/luke/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> To him it had been revealed by the Holy Spirit that he should not see death until he had seen the Lord's Anointed One. <a href="/web/luke/2.htm">World English Bible</a> It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he should not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and it has been divinely told him by the Holy Spirit—not to see death before he may see the Christ of the LORD. <a href="/blb/luke/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And it was divinely revealed to him by the Holy Spirit not to see death before that he should see the Lord's Christ. <a href="/ylt/luke/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and it hath been divinely told him by the Holy Spirit -- not to see death before he may see the Christ of the Lord. <a href="/slt/luke/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And it was intimated to him by the Holy Spirit, not to see death, before he should see the Christ of the Lord.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And he had received an answer from the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Christ of the Lord. <a href="/cpdv/luke/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And he had received an answer from the Holy Spirit: that he would not see his own death before he had seen the Christ of the Lord. <a href="/nabre/luke/2.htm">New American Bible</a> It had been revealed to him by the holy Spirit that he should not see death before he had seen the Messiah of the Lord. <a href="/nrsvce/luke/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And it was said to him by the Holy Spirit, that he would not see death, until he sees the Anointed of the Lord. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And it was told him by The Spirit of Holiness that he would not see death until he would see The Messiah of THE LORD JEHOVAH.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> and it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death before he had seen the Lord's Anointed. <a href="/godbey/luke/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> and it was revealed unto him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death before he may see the Christ of the Lord. <a href="/haweis/luke/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And it had been divinely communicated to him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, till he had seen the Lord?s Messiah. <a href="/mace/luke/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> to him it was revealed by the holy spirit, that he should not die till he had seen the Messiah of the Lord. <a href="/wey/luke/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> To him it had been revealed by the Holy Spirit that he should not see death until he had seen the Lord's Anointed One. <a href="/worrell/luke/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death, before he should see the Christ of the Lord. <a href="/worsley/luke/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And it was revealed to him by the holy Spirit, that he should not die before he had seen the Anointed of the Lord. <a href="/parallel/luke/2-26.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=802" 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 Prophecy of Simeon</a> 25Now there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. 26<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GNS) -- 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/40.htm" title="40: Hagiou (Adj-GNS) -- Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.">Holy</a> <a href="/greek/4151.htm" title="4151: Pneumatos (N-GNS) -- Wind, breath, spirit. ">Spirit</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ēn (V-IIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">had</a> <a href="/greek/5537.htm" title="5537: kechrēmatismenon (V-RPM/P-NNS) -- From chrema; to utter an oracle, i.e. Divinely intimate; by implication, to constitute a firm for business, i.e. bear as a title.">revealed</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autō (PPro-DM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">to him</a> <a href="/greek/5259.htm" title="5259: hypo (Prep) -- A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when)."></a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.">that he would not</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: idein (V-ANA) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">see</a> <a href="/greek/2288.htm" title="2288: thanaton (N-AMS) -- Death, physical or spiritual. From thnesko; death.">death</a> <a href="/greek/4250.htm" title="4250: prin (Adv) -- Formerly, before. Adverb from pro; prior, sooner.">before</a> <a href="/greek/2228.htm" title="2228: ē (Conj) -- Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than."></a> <a href="/greek/302.htm" title="302: an (Prtcl) -- A primary particle, denoting a supposition, wish, possibility or uncertainty."></a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: idē (V-ASA-3S) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">he had seen</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/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyriou (N-GMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">Lord’s</a> <a href="/greek/5547.htm" title="5547: Christon (N-AMS) -- Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.">Christ.</a> 27Led by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. And when the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for Him what was customary under the Law,…<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="/isaiah/42-1.htm">Isaiah 42:1</a> “Here is My Servant, whom I uphold, My Chosen One, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will bring justice to the nations. <a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1</a> The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, <a href="/isaiah/52-10.htm">Isaiah 52:10</a> The LORD has bared His holy arm in the sight of all the nations; all the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God. <a href="/isaiah/40-5.htm">Isaiah 40:5</a> And the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all humanity together will see it.” For the mouth of the LORD has spoken. <a href="/isaiah/49-6.htm">Isaiah 49:6</a> He says: “It is not enough for You to be My Servant, to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the protected ones of Israel. I will also make You a light for the nations, to bring My salvation to the ends of the earth.” <a href="/malachi/3-1.htm">Malachi 3:1</a> “Behold, I will send My messenger, who will prepare the way before Me. Then the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to His temple—the Messenger of the covenant, in whom you delight—see, He is coming,” says the LORD of Hosts. <a href="/psalms/98-2.htm">Psalm 98:2-3</a> The LORD has proclaimed His salvation and revealed His righteousness to the nations. / He has remembered His love and faithfulness to the house of Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. <a href="/psalms/89-19.htm">Psalm 89:19</a> You once spoke in a vision; to Your godly ones You said, “I have bestowed help on a warrior; I have exalted one chosen from the people. <a href="/psalms/132-11.htm">Psalm 132:11</a> The LORD swore an oath to David, a promise He will not revoke: “One of your descendants I will place on your throne. <a href="/genesis/49-18.htm">Genesis 49:18</a> I await Your salvation, O LORD. <a href="/1_samuel/2-35.htm">1 Samuel 2:35</a> Then I will raise up for Myself a faithful priest. He will do whatever is in My heart and mind. And I will build for him an enduring house, and he will walk before My anointed one for all time. <a href="/2_samuel/7-12.htm">2 Samuel 7:12-13</a> And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. <a href="/acts/2-30.htm">Acts 2:30-31</a> But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that He would place one of his descendants on his throne. / Foreseeing this, David spoke about the resurrection of the Christ, that He was not abandoned to Hades, nor did His body see decay. <a href="/acts/13-23.htm">Acts 13:23</a> From the descendants of this man, God has brought to Israel the Savior Jesus, as He promised. <a href="/acts/13-32.htm">Acts 13:32-33</a> And now we proclaim to you the good news: What God promised our fathers / He has fulfilled for us, their children, by raising up Jesus. As it is written in the second Psalm: ‘You are My Son; today I have become Your Father.’</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And it was revealed to him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.it.<a href="/psalms/25-14.htm">Psalm 25:14</a> The secret of the LORD is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant.<a href="/amos/3-7.htm">Amos 3:7</a> Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.see death.<a href="/psalms/89-49.htm">Psalm 89:49</a> Lord, where are thy former lovingkindnesses, which thou swarest unto David in thy truth?<a href="/luke/9-27.htm">Luke 9:27</a> But I tell you of a truth, there be some standing here, which shall not taste of death, till they see the kingdom of God.<a href="/psalms/89-48.htm">Psalm 89:48</a> What man is he that liveth, and shall not see death? shall he deliver his soul from the hand of the grave? Selah.the Lord's.<a href="/psalms/2-2.htm">Psalm 2:2,6</a> The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD, and against his anointed, saying, … <a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1</a> The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound;<a href="/daniel/9-24.htm">Daniel 9:24-26</a> Seventy weeks are determined upon thy people and upon thy holy city, to finish the transgression, and to make an end of sins, and to make reconciliation for iniquity, and to bring in everlasting righteousness, and to seal up the vision and prophecy, and to anoint the most Holy… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/2-11.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/revelation/1-1.htm">Communicated</a> <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Consolation</a> <a href="/luke/1-79.htm">Death</a> <a href="/mark/14-31.htm">Die</a> <a href="/matthew/25-34.htm">Divinely</a> <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Ghost</a> <a href="/isaiah/57-1.htm">God-Fearing</a> <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Israel</a> <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Jerusalem</a> <a href="/luke/1-38.htm">Lord's</a> <a href="/mark/16-14.htm">Revealed</a> <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/revelation/7-7.htm">Symeon</a> <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/luke/2-25.htm">Waiting</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/3-15.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/galatians/2-2.htm">Communicated</a> <a href="/luke/6-24.htm">Consolation</a> <a href="/luke/2-27.htm">Death</a> <a href="/luke/7-2.htm">Die</a> <a href="/acts/10-22.htm">Divinely</a> <a href="/luke/3-16.htm">Ghost</a> <a href="/john/9-31.htm">God-Fearing</a> <a href="/luke/2-27.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/luke/2-32.htm">Israel</a> <a href="/luke/2-38.htm">Jerusalem</a> <a href="/luke/4-19.htm">Lord's</a> <a href="/luke/2-27.htm">Revealed</a> <a href="/luke/2-27.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/luke/2-34.htm">Symeon</a> <a href="/luke/5-32.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/luke/3-15.htm">Waiting</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> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/luke/2.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div>The Holy Spirit The phrase "The Holy Spirit" refers to the third person of the Trinity, who is active in the world, guiding, comforting, and revealing God's truth to believers. In the Greek, "Holy Spirit" is "ἅγιον πνεῦμα" (hagion pneuma), emphasizing the sacred and set-apart nature of the Spirit. The Holy Spirit's role in revelation is significant, as it underscores the divine communication and assurance given to Simeon. This highlights the intimate relationship between God and His people, where the Spirit acts as a bridge, ensuring that God's promises are personally and powerfully communicated.had revealed The Greek word for "revealed" is "κεχρηματισμένον" (kechrēmatismenon), which implies a divine communication or oracle. This term suggests that the revelation was not a mere impression or feeling but a clear and authoritative message from God. The use of this word indicates the certainty and reliability of the message given to Simeon, reinforcing the idea that God's promises are trustworthy and will come to pass.to him The phrase "to him" personalizes the revelation, indicating that God’s communication is not just a general truth but a specific promise to an individual. This personal aspect of God's interaction with Simeon reflects the broader biblical theme of God's personal care and attention to His people. It serves as a reminder that God knows each of us intimately and has a unique plan and purpose for our lives.that he would not see death This phrase is a promise of life until a particular event occurs. The assurance that Simeon "would not see death" before witnessing the Messiah is a profound testament to God's control over life and death. It reflects the biblical theme of God's sovereignty and His ability to fulfill His promises in His perfect timing. This assurance would have provided Simeon with hope and anticipation, knowing that his life had a divine purpose that would be fulfilled.before he had seen The phrase "before he had seen" indicates a future event that Simeon eagerly anticipated. The Greek word "ἴδῃ" (idē) for "seen" implies not just a physical sight but a spiritual recognition and understanding. This suggests that Simeon's encounter with the Messiah would be a moment of profound spiritual insight and fulfillment, aligning with the biblical theme of revelation and recognition of God's work in the world.the Lord’s Christ "The Lord’s Christ" refers to the Messiah, the anointed one sent by God to bring salvation. The term "Christ" comes from the Greek "Χριστός" (Christos), meaning "anointed one," equivalent to the Hebrew "Messiah." This title emphasizes Jesus' divine mission and authority as the one chosen by God to fulfill the prophecies and bring redemption. The use of "the Lord’s" highlights the divine origin and purpose of Christ, underscoring the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan through Jesus. This phrase encapsulates the hope and expectation of Israel and the world for a Savior, a hope that Simeon was privileged to witness firsthand.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/luke/2.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(26) It was revealed unto him.--The Greek word is the same as that rendered "warned" in <a href="/matthew/2-12.htm" title="And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.">Matthew 2:12</a>. It implies a divine oracular communication, but rests on a different idea from the "unveiling," which lies at the root of the word "reveal." The message in this case came clearly as an answer to prayers and yearnings.The Lord's Christ.--The word retains all the fulness of its meaning--the Messiah, the Anointed of Jehovah.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/luke/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 26. - That he should not see death. The idea of the aged Simeon comes from a notice in the apocryphal 'Gospel of the Nativity,' which speaks of him as a hundred and thirteen years old. These legendary "Gospels" are totally devoid of all authority; here and there possibly a true "memory" not preserved in any of the "four" may exist, but in general they are extravagant and improbable. The Arabic 'Gospel of the Infancy' here speaks of Simeon seeing the Babe shining like a pillar of light in his mother's arms. There is an old and striking legend which speaks of this devout Jew being long puzzled and disturbed by the Messianic prophecy (<a href="/isaiah/7-14.htm">Isaiah 7:14</a>), "A virgin shall conceive;" at length he received a supernatural intimation that he should not see dearth until he had seen the fulfillment of the strange prophecy, the menacing of which he had so long failed to see. <a href="/commentaries/luke/2-26.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>The τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Neuter 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. Holy Ἁγίου (Hagiou) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_40.htm">Strong's 40: </a> Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred. Spirit Πνεύματος (Pneumatos) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4151.htm">Strong's 4151: </a> Wind, breath, spirit. had ἦν (ēn) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. revealed κεχρηματισμένον (kechrēmatismenon) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5537.htm">Strong's 5537: </a> From chrema; to utter an oracle, i.e. Divinely intimate; by implication, to constitute a firm for business, i.e. bear as a title. to him αὐτῷ (autō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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. [that he would] not μὴ (mē) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3361.htm">Strong's 3361: </a> Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. see ἰδεῖν (idein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. death θάνατον (thanaton) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2288.htm">Strong's 2288: </a> Death, physical or spiritual. From thnesko; death. before πρὶν (prin) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_4250.htm">Strong's 4250: </a> Formerly, before. Adverb from pro; prior, sooner. he had seen ἴδῃ (idē) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative 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’s 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. Christ. Χριστὸν (Christon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5547.htm">Strong's 5547: </a> Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. 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