Luke 2:2

(And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)

King James Version

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Other Translations for Luke 2:2

BSB

This was the first census to take place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.

AKJV

(And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)

CPDV

This was the first enrollment; it was made by the ruler of Syria, Quirinius.

ERV

This was the first enrollment made when Quirinius was governor of Syria.

NHEB

This was the first enrollment made when Quirinius was governor of Syria.

SMT

(This enrolling was first, Cyrenius being leader of Syria.)

Word Study (Strong’s) for Luke 2:2

AndthisG3778 taxingG582Noun Feminine wasG1096Verb firstG4413Adjective madeG1096VerbwhenCyreniusG2958Noun MasculinewasgovernorG2230VerbofSyriaG4947Noun Location

Commentary for Luke 2:2

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Luke 2:2

Summary

Historical dating reference for census event

Place

Syria

Event

Census timing clarified

Estimated Time Period

c. 6 BC