| Luke 2 | |
|---|---|
 Luke 2:1–7 in the original King James Version showing verse 2 parenthetical. | |
| Book | Gospel of Luke |
| Category | Gospel |
| Christian Bible part | New Testament |
| Order in the Christian part | 3 |
Luke 2 is the second chapter of the Gospel of Luke in the New Testament, traditionally attributed to Luke the Evangelist, a companion of Paul the Apostle on his missionary journeys.[1] It contains an account of Jesus's birth in Bethlehem, "its announcement and celebration",[2] his presentation in the Second Temple, and an incident from his childhood. Verses 1–14 are often read during services of worship on Christmas Day.[3]
- ^ Jerusalem Bible (1966), "Introduction to the Synoptic Gospels", New Testament p. 5
- ^ Alford, H., Greek Testament Critical Exegetical Commentary - Alford on Luke 2, accessed 21 August 2023
- ^ BBC Radio 4, Midnight Mass, 24 December 2021 from Salford Cathedral