Luke - Simeon

Luke included the testimony of Simeon. Rather than attribute this addition to a mysterious Q document, we will find the source of the original prophecy in the Old Testament.

Lu 2:25 ¶ And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name [was] Simeon; and the same man [was] just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.

His name was Simeon "heard" or "harkening" from the Hebrew name 'Shim'own' שׁמעון. Shem means 'name' or 'reputation'. Shema means to 'listen or obey'. In the name 'Simeon', the thing being listened for is the 'death of the son of man' ו. He was waiting for the 'consolation of Israel'. This was a common term used by the people of the time for the Messiah. The word is similar to that used of the Holy Ghost as a comforter. Indeed, in the book of Jonah there is a hidden picture of the Son comforting the Holy Spirit after his tribulation, which is why the Spirit is called 'Another Comforter'. The Son is the first Comforter.

Job is the Christ character in the prophetic riddle of the book. He says Job 21:2 "Hear diligently my speech, and let this be your consolations". The speech, or word of the Son is the consolation. This prophecy builds on that previously of John/Elijah where there would be no Word until John. Simon is waiting for the 'Consolation' or Word.

It was further revealed to him that he would not see death until he had seen the Messiah; the Word.

Simeon took the child in his arms to become acquainted with him. He then declared he could depart in peace.

Job 22:21 ¶ Acquaint now thyself with him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come unto thee.

He had seen 'Gods Salvation' which is the literal meaning of the name of Yeshuah (Jesus). Lu 2:30 For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,