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Luke 2:1 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Luke 2:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 2 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Birth of Jesus Christ
“And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. taxed: or, enrolled”
Luke 2:1 (KJV)
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Commentary on Luke 2:1
Luke grounds the nativity in world history: 'And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed' (ἐγένετο δὲ ἐν ταῖς ἡμέραις ἐκείναις ἐξῆλθεν δόγμα παρὰ Καίσαρος Αὐγούστου ἀπογράφεσθαι πᾶσαν τὴν οἰκουμένην). The term 'dogma' (δόγμα) means official decree or edict, while 'apographō' (ἀπογράφω) refers to census registration for taxation. This historical anchor demonstrates Christianity's foundation in public, verifiable events, not private myth. God's sovereignty is evident—a pagan emperor's decree unwittingly moves Joseph and...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 2:1
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“Pontius Pilate being governor of Judea”
“and then the end will come.”
“I commanded him to be kept until I could send him to Caesar.,But when Paul had appealed to be reserved unto the hearing of Augustus, I commanded him to be kept till I might send him to Caesar.,,,,,,,,”