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Luke 2:18 Cross-References
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“And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.”
Luke 2:18 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 2:18
Those who heard the shepherds 'wondered at those things which were told them.' The Greek 'ethaumasan' indicates amazement or marveling, but not necessarily saving faith. Wonder is appropriate initial response to Christ's birth but insufficient for salvation. The shepherds' testimony created curiosity and astonishment, preparing hearts but not guaranteeing conversion. This demonstrates that proclamation of truth doesn't automatically produce faith—God must grant understanding and belief (John 6:44). The hearers' amazement shows that the testimony was compelling and unusual, yet many who wondere...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 2:18
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“and all these sayings were talked about throughout all the hill country of Judea.”
“and all who were with him”
“and they spoke together”
“And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.”
“I and the children whom Yahweh has given me are for signs and for wonders in Israel from Yahweh of Armies”