(33)And Joseph and his mother were amazed at the things spoken concerning him. (34)And Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary his mother, Behold, this child is appointed for the fall, and rising again of many in Israel; and for a marked object to be spoken against; (35)(so shall a dart pierce through thy own soul) that the reasonings of many hearts may be laid open, (36)And there was Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asser: she was far advanced in old age, having lived but seven years with a husband, from her virgin state: (37)though she was now a widow, of about eighty-four years, who departed not from the temple, attending the divine service, with fastings and prayers night and day: (38)and at the very same moment coming up, she also in turn confessed the Lord, and spake of him to all who were expecting redemption in Jerusalem. (39)And when they had finished all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, into their own city Nazareth. (40)And the child grew, and became endued with great powers of spirit, filled with wisdom; and the grace of God was upon him. (41)And his parents went annually to Jerusalem at the feast of the passover. (42)And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem, according to the custom of the feast. (43)And when they had concluded the days, as they were returning, the child Jesus remained at Jerusalem, and Joseph and his mother knew it not: (44)but supposing him to be in the company, they went a day's journey; and they sought him among their relations and acquaintances; (45)and not finding him, they returned to Jerusalem in search of him. (46)And it came to pass after three days, they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them and asking them questions. (47)And all who heard him, were in a transport of admiration, at his understanding and answers. (48)And when they saw him, they were struck with surprise; and his mother said to him, Son, why hast thou behaved to us in this manner? lo! thy father and I have been seeking thee in anguish of heart. (49)And he said unto them, Wherefore did ye seek me? did you not know, that I must be occupied with my Father's affairs? (50)And they understood not the meaning of what he spake to them. (51)And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was in subjection to them: though his mother preserved all these sayings in her heart. (52)And Jesus advanced in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and men. CHAP. III.