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Matthew 2:8

American Standard Version

And he sent them to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search out exactly concerning the young child; and when ye have found him, bring me word, that I also may come and worship him.

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Matthew 2:8 in other translations

He sent them to Bethlehem, and said, “Go and search diligently for the young child. When you have found him, bring me word, so that I also may come and worship him.”

Matthew 2:8 · World English Bible

Matthew 2:8 in context

  1. 6And thou Bethlehem, land of Judah, Art in no wise least among the princes of Judah: For out of thee shall come forth a governor, Who shall be shepherd of my people Israel.
  2. 7Then Herod privily called the Wise-men, and learned of them exactly what time the star appeared.
  3. 8And he sent them to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search out exactly concerning the young child; and when ye have found him, bring me word, that I also may come and worship him.
  4. 9And they, having heard the king, went their way; and lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was.
  5. 10And when they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.