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Barnes' Notes on Luke 2:52

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Notes on the Whole Bible
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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In favour with God - That is, in proportion to his advance in wisdom. This does not imply that he ever lacked the favor of God, but that God regarded him with favor in proportion as he showed an understanding and spirit like his own. Happy are those children who imitate the example of Jesus - who are obedient to parents who increase in wisdom - who are sober, temperate, and industrious, and who thus increase in favor with God and people. return to 'Top of Page' Footnotes: Copyright Statement These files are public domain. Bibliographical Information Barnes, Albert. "Commentary on Luke 2". "Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible". https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/bnb/luke-2.html. 1870. StudyLight.org © 2001-2026 Powered by Lightspeed Technology
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