Simeon's sight

Simeon was a godly man—just and devout, patient and holy. He was waiting for the Consolation of Israel. Here we consider what Simeon saw in the temple one day, unremarkable by human standards. We also need to know who he identified, the salvation of God and the hope of men. How did Simeon know? He was instructed by the Word of God and guided by the Spirit of God. So what did Simeon do? He embraced the Christ, and blessed God and spoke of the child's saving career. And how did Simeon feel? He knew God's peace and joy, able to live and die delighted by divine mercy. And what of you?