Luke 2:30
Luke 2:30 in Multiple Translations
For my eyes have seen Your salvation,
For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,
For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,
For my eyes have seen your salvation,
because I have seen for myself your salvation
For mine eyes haue seene thy saluation,
because mine eyes did see Thy salvation,
for my eyes have seen your salvation,
For my eyes have seen thy salvation,
Because my eyes have seen thy salvation,
because now I can see the one that you promised to send. People in every tribe will see him, and he will save them.
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Greek Word Reference — Luke 2:30
Study Notes — Luke 2:30
- Context
- Cross References
- Luke 2:30 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 2:30
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 2:30
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 2:30
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 2:30
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 2:30
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 2:30
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 2:30
- Barnes' Notes on Luke 2:30
- Whedon's Commentary on Luke 2:30
- Sermons on Luke 2:30
Context — The Prophecy of Simeon
30For my eyes have seen Your salvation,
31which You have prepared in the sight of all people, 32a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to Your people Israel.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 49:6 | 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.” |
| 2 | Luke 2:10–11 | 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! |
| 3 | Luke 3:6 | And all humanity will see God’s salvation.’” |
| 4 | Isaiah 52:10 | 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. |
| 5 | Genesis 49:18 | I await Your salvation, O LORD. |
| 6 | Acts 4:10–12 | then let this be known to all of you and to all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified but whom God raised from the dead, that this man stands before you healed. This Jesus is ‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.’ Salvation exists in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” |
| 7 | 2 Samuel 23:1–5 | These are the last words of David: “The oracle of David son of Jesse, the oracle of the man raised on high, the one anointed by the God of Jacob, and the sweet psalmist of Israel: The Spirit of the LORD spoke through me; His word was on my tongue. The God of Israel spoke; the Rock of Israel said to me, ‘He who rules the people with justice, who rules in the fear of God, is like the light of the morning at sunrise of a cloudless dawn, the glistening after the rain on the sprouting grass of the earth.’ Is not my house right with God? For He has established with me an everlasting covenant, ordered and secured in every part. Will He not bring about my full salvation and my every desire? |
Luke 2:30 Summary
This verse means that Simeon has finally seen the salvation that God promised, and it's Jesus Christ. Simeon is saying that he has seen with his own eyes the One who will save people from their sins, as mentioned in Matthew 1:21 and Acts 4:12. This salvation is not just for the Israelites, but for all people, as seen in Luke 2:31-32 and John 3:16. Simeon's statement is a reminder that God always keeps His promises, as seen in Hebrews 10:23 and 1 Corinthians 1:9.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Simeon mean by 'my eyes have seen Your salvation'?
Simeon is expressing his joy and fulfillment at having seen the Messiah, Jesus Christ, with his own eyes, just as God had promised him in Luke 2:26, and this is a reference to the salvation that God has provided through Jesus Christ, as seen in Isaiah 52:10 and Psalm 98:2.
How did Simeon know that Jesus was the salvation of God?
Simeon knew that Jesus was the salvation of God because he was a righteous and devout man, as mentioned in Luke 2:25, and the Holy Spirit was upon him, guiding him to recognize Jesus as the Messiah, as prophesied in Isaiah 40:5 and Malachi 3:1.
What is the significance of Simeon's statement in the context of the Gospel of Luke?
Simeon's statement is significant because it highlights the fulfillment of God's promise of salvation, not just for the Israelites, but for all people, as mentioned in Luke 2:31-32, and it also shows that Jesus is the culmination of God's plan of salvation, as seen in Acts 4:12 and 1 Timothy 2:5-6.
How can we apply Simeon's experience to our own lives?
We can apply Simeon's experience by trusting in God's promises, just as Simeon did, and seeking to see God's salvation in our own lives, as encouraged in Psalm 27:14 and Romans 8:25, and by being faithful and obedient to God's will, as seen in Matthew 25:21 and Hebrews 11:6.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to 'see' God's salvation, and how can I experience it in my own life?
- How can I, like Simeon, trust in God's promises and wait patiently for His fulfillment?
- What does Simeon's statement reveal about the nature of God's salvation, and how does it apply to my own life?
- How can I, like Simeon, be a witness to God's salvation and share it with others, as seen in Matthew 28:19-20 and Acts 1:8?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 2:30
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 2:30
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 2:30
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 2:30
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 2:30
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 2:30
Cambridge Bible on Luke 2:30
Barnes' Notes on Luke 2:30
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 2:30
Sermons on Luke 2:30
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Spirit of a True Prophet - Part 1 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher highlights the historical context of the Israelites' captivity under Pharaoh for 400 years and their subsequent periods of captivity. He emphasizes tha |
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Daughters of Sarah by Art Katz | In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing a characteristic situation where God's people are focused on worldly matters instead of the needs of the world. He warns that grie |
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Who Is He in Yonder Stall? by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a man who broke the rules of a prison and went down to pray for the inmates individually. He wept and prayed for each person he en |
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Jesus Christ the Only Answer by John Hunter | John Hunter preaches about the importance of focusing on Jesus Christ as the ultimate source of peace and satisfaction, rather than seeking fulfillment in worldly riches or religio |
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The Saving of the Soul by H.J. Vine | H.J. Vine preaches on the profound concept of 'the saving of the soul' as mentioned in Hebrews 10:39 and 1 Peter 1:9, emphasizing that soul salvation goes beyond just escaping eter |
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A Love That Never Gives Up by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher addresses those who feel trapped and hopeless in their spiritual captivity and bondage to sin. He emphasizes the love of God and the power of Jesus to |
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Interview - Apostolic Foundations by Art Katz | This sermon emphasizes the significance of God's promise to Abraham to make him a great nation and bless all nations through him. It discusses the preservation and restoration of t |






