Luke 2:25-35

25There was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon. This man was righteous and devout, looking forward to Israel’s consolation, and the Holy Spirit was on him.

26It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he saw the Lord’s Messiah.

27Guided by the Spirit, he entered the temple. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to perform for him what was customary under the law,

28Simeon took him up in his arms, praised God, and said,

29Now, Master, you can dismiss your servant in peace, as you promised.

30For my eyes have seen your salvation.

31You have prepared it in the presence of all peoples —

32a light for revelation to the Gentiles and glory to your people Israel.

33His father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him.

34Then Simeon blessed them and told his mother Mary, “Indeed, this child is destined to cause the fall and rise of many in Israel and to be a sign that will be opposed  —

35and a sword will pierce your own soul — that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.”