There is joy

(γινετα χαρα). More exactly, joy arises. Futuristic present of γινομα (cf. εστα in verse Luke 15:7).In the presence of the angels of God

(ενωπιον των αγγελων του θεου). That is to say, the joy of God himself. The angels are in a sense the neighbours of God.

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Old Testament