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As an infant Jesus Christ was consecrated in the temple, accompanied by prophetic utterances regarding his future ministry. His childhood was characterised by a growth in wisdom and grace and, in particular, a strong desire to learn of God his Father and to understand the Scriptures.
Lk 2:22 See also Lk 2:23-24
Through the words of Simeon Lk 2:30-32 See also Lk 2:25-29,34-35
Through the words of Anna Lk 2:38
Mt 2:19-20 See also Mt 2:15; Hos 11:1; Mt 2:21
Mt 2:22-23 See also Lk 2:39
He celebrates the Passover there Lk 2:41-42
He stays behind in the temple Lk 2:43-45,48-50
He displays his understanding of the Scriptures there Lk 2:46-47