Luke 2:8
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.In other versions
And there were shepherds in the same country abiding in the field, and keeping watch by night over their flock.
ASV
And in the same country there were keepers of sheep in the fields, watching over their flock by night.
BBE
And there were shepherds in that country abiding without, and keeping watch by night over their flock.
DBY
There were shepherds in the same country staying in the field, and keeping watch by night over their flock.
WEB
And there were shepherds in the same region, lodging in the field, and keeping the night-watches over their flock,
YLT
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
ENG
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
WBT
And there were shepherds residing in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks by night.
BSB
In context
6And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
7And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
8And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
9And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
10And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
