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Righteous man in Jerusalem
Simeon
Gospels
Life
Promised by the Spirit he would see the Messiah before death; took baby Jesus in his arms and uttered the Nunc Dimittis.
Key Facts
- 'A light for revelation to the Gentiles'
- Prophesied sword for Mary
Why this matters
Hinge of OT expectation and NT fulfillment.