Lu:2:1: And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. Lu:2:2: (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) Lu:2:3: And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. Lu:2:4: And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) Lu:2:5: To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. Lu:2:6: And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. Lu:2:7: And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. Lu:2:8: And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. Lu:2:9: And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. Lu:2:10: And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. Lu:2:11: For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Lu:2:12: And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. Lu:2:13: And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Lu:2:14: Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.