World English Bible
Luke 24:51
“It happened, while he blessed them, that he withdrew from them, and was carried up into heaven.”
Verse in context — Luke 24
49
Behold, I send forth the promise of my Father on you. But wait in the city of Jerusalem until you are clothed with power from on high.
50
He led them out as far as Bethany, and he lifted up his hands, and blessed them.
51
It happened, while he blessed them, that he withdrew from them, and was carried up into heaven.
52
They worshiped him, and returned to Jerusalem with great joy,
53
and were continually in the temple, praising and blessing God. Amen.
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