MATTHEW

2:1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of King Herod, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, saying, 2:2 "Where is he who is born King of the Jews? For we saw his star in the east, and have come to worship him." 2:3 When King Herod heard it, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him. 2:4 Gathering together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he asked them where the Christ would be born. 2:5 They said to him, "In Bethlehem of Judea, for this is written through the prophet,

2:6 'You Bethlehem, land of Judah, are in no way least among the princes of Judah: for out of you shall come forth a governor, who shall shepherd my people, Israel.'"*

2:7 Then Herod secretly called the wise men, and learned from them exactly what time the star appeared. 2:8 He sent them to Bethlehem, and said, "Go and search diligently for the young child. When you have found him, bring me word, so that I also may come and worship him." 2:9 They, having heard the king, went their way;

* Micah 5:2

MARK

LUKE

fastings and petitions night and day. 2:38 Coming up at that very hour, she gave thanks to the Lord, and spoke of him to all those who were looking for redemption in Jerusalem.

2:39a When they had accomplished all things that were according to the law of the Lord, ...

JOHN