# Led by the Spirit

This can be stated in active form. AT: "As the Holy Spirit directed him" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])

# came

Some languages may say "went."

# into the temple

"into the temple courtyard." Only priests could enter the temple building. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])

# the parents

"Jesus' parents"

# the custom of the law

"the custom of the law of God"

# he took him into his arms

"Simeon took the infant Jesus into his arms" or "Simeon held Jesus in his arms"

# Now let your servant depart in peace

"I am your servant; let me depart in peace." Simeon was referring to himself.

# depart

This is a euphemism meaning "die" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])

# according to your word

"as you have said" or "because you said I would"