Simeon's Prayer (Nunc Dimittis)
“Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word: For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people; A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.”
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The aged Simeon had been promised he would see the Messiah before death. When Mary and Joseph brought baby Jesus to the temple, Simeon took Him in his arms and praised God, ready to die in peace.