So far as Lukes account informs us, Mary was only told that her elderly relative had conceived in her old age, which testified to the fact that nothing was impossible for God (Luke 1:36-37). There is a also distinct parallel with the praise of Hannah in 1 Samuel chapter 2. 55 -according to the promise he made to our ancestors -- of his mercy to Abraham and to his descendants for ever. John the Baptist was born through the actions of Elizabeth and Zacharias, which God supernaturally brought to conception and birth. Granted, the worship of these two women is not public, but private. There is no hint that she thinks God has chosen her to be the mother of Messiah due to her blessedness, but rather that her blessedness is the result of Gods sovereign and gracious choice to use her as His instrument. He was gesturing to them but remained mute. Mary thus presses from the specific to the general, from her personal benefits to the blessings which all of Gods people (those who fear Him) experience. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and . 13:9). Luke does tell us that Mary arose and went with haste to the hill country (1:39), which would suggest that there was not sufficient time for any communication to have occurred. 74 that he would grant us, free from fear, to be delivered from the hands of our enemies. 29 She was deeply disturbed by these words and asked herself what this greeting could mean. They forget that all pious Israelites from their childhood days knew by heart songs from the Old Testament and often sang them in the home circle and at celebrations. 45Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!, My soul glorifies the Lord(F)47and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,(G)48for he has been mindfulof the humble state of his servant. 44As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. * [1:13] Do not be afraid: a stereotyped Old Testament phrase spoken to reassure the recipient of a heavenly vision (Gn 15:1; Jos 1:9; Dn 10:12, 19 and elsewhere in Lk 1:30; 2:10). "And Mary said: 'My soul exalts the Lord, 47 And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.'". NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. 20 Look! Many have observed the similarities of this Magnificat of Mary to the hymn of praise of Hanna in 1 Samuel chapter 2. Whether or not Mary was present when John was born. One wonders how much that Elizabeth came directly from the Spirit of God, and how much originated from her own grasp of the Scriptures. James 2:1-13; 5:1-12). These things are still future for us, as they were for Mary, for they will be accomplished at the second coming of our Lord. Indeed, she does not focus on the child, per se, but on the results of the coming of Messiah. Geldenhuys has remarked, It strikes us that Mary in this hymn does not utter a direct word in connection with the Son promised to her. Gospel, Luke 1:39-56 39 Mary set out at that time and went as quickly as she could into the hill country to a town in Judah. She views herself as a sinner who needs Gods salvation, and as a the Lords servant, whose humble estate is the occasion for His mercy and grace. 56Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. The Wonder Of Christmas. 17He will go before him in the spirit and power of Elijah* to turn the hearts of fathers toward children and the disobedient to the understanding of the righteous, to prepare a people fit for the Lord.h Luke . Father Luis, as we affectionately know him, is a Catholic Diocesan Priest, from Tucuman, Argentina . From now on all generations will call me blessed. Modern society, as we know, has been liberated from the archaic, chauvinism of the ancient world. This would even be true in the Jewish world of those days when our Lord added humanity to His deity and manifested Himself to men. 3 c Then Satan entered into Judas, * the one surnamed Iscariot, who was counted among the Twelve, d 4 and he went to the chief priests and temple guards to . How shallow our prayers and praise seem when compared with that of these two godly women. Making use of a formal, literary construction and vocabulary, the author writes the prologue in imitation of Hellenistic Greek writers and, in so doing, relates his story about Jesus to contemporaneous Greek and Roman literature. The did not have any children, however, and now that they were advanced in age, it would take a miracle for them ever to do so. 51 He has used the power of his arm, he has routed the arrogant of heart. 57. Luke does not tell us of any such communication, and the readers impression tends to be that there was no communication prior to her arrival, at least so far as Marys visitation by the angel. Finally, we should strive to see beyond the birth of the baby to the end for which the child cameto restore and reconcile fallen men to God and to one another. I doubt that Mary way aware of the fact that Christ would come to earth twice, to achieve two distinct purposes. Chapter 9 . In His second coming, Messiah will come to set things straight, to bring justice to the earth and judgment to the wicked. 44As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. 32 He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High. Mary saw her blessing as but an illustration, one instance of Gods grace, which leads her to praise God for His grace to all those who fear Him, from one generation to generation. It is my opinion is that Mary became pregnant during the time she way staying with Elizabeth and Zachariah. Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 1,39-56. Mary was not sinless; recognized her need for a Savior. That which she speaks far surpasses what we are told Gabriel said to Zacharias. 1 The whole assembly then rose, and they brought him before Pilate. (B) 42In a loud voice she exclaimed: Blessed are you among women,(C) and blessed is the child you will bear! 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb. The Birth of John. The connection of the phrase with the house of David gives the title messianic overtones and may indicate an allusion to a phrase in Hannahs song of praise (1Sm 2:10), the horn of his anointed.. * [1:5] In the days of Herod, King of Judea: Luke relates the story of salvation history to events in contemporary world history. 63He asked for a tablet and wrote, John is his name, and all were amazed. but has lifted up the humble. There are those who have distorted the truth of Gods word about Mary, and rather than regarding her blessed above all women, have honored her as above mankind, worshipping her and praying to her as though she were on the level of deity, or even above Messiah. If Mary had any such reservations, how quickly they were dispelled! Mary is not a model for disciples in being the mother of Messiah. In the course of performing his duty, the angel Gabriel appeared to him while he was inside the holy place. Verses 39-56. 24After this time his wife Elizabeth conceived, and she went into seclusion for five months, saying, 52 He has pulled down princes from their thrones and raised high the lowly. 5In the days of Herod, King of Judea,* there was a priest named Zechariah of the priestly division of Abijah; his wife was from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth.c 7 But they were childless: Elizabeth was barren and they were both advanced in years. We must seek to dwell much more on the character of God, of His covenant promises, and of His working in history, as well as in the future. First, our text has much to teach us on the subject of women, their spirituality, and their worship. She did not have any social standing due to her parentage or class, nor even the dignity of Elizabeth and Zacharias age. 4 so that your Excellency may learn how well founded the teaching is that you have received. We have here an interview between the two happy mothers, Elisabeth and Mary: the angel, by intimating to Mary the favour bestowed on her cousin Elisabeth ( Luke 1:36 ), gave occasion for it; and sometimes it may prove a better piece of service that we think to bring good people together, to compare notes. The same principle applies on a different level. We but need to believe and to accept Gods work, but we must leave the working to Him, and not to ourselves. Regardless, these are some of the most beautiful words in all the word of God. Much, perhaps most, of these things will be fulfilled in the second coming of Messiah, rather than in His first coming. Even if not composed by Luke, it fits in well with themes found elsewhere in Luke: joy and exultation in the Lord; the lowly being singled out for Gods favor; the reversal of human fortunes; the fulfillment of Old Testament promises. (K)50His mercy extends to those who fear him,from generation to generation. 21 Meanwhile the people were waiting for Zechariah and were surprised that he stayed in the sanctuary so long. Luke 1:38 And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord: be it done to me according to thy word. 58Her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had shown his great mercy toward her, and they rejoiced with her.g But the textual evidence in support of Mary is overwhelming. Leon Morris, The Gospel According To St. Luke, The Tyndale Bible Commentary Series, R. V. G. Tasker, General Editor (Grand Rapids: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 1974), p. 75. 56And Mary remained with her about three months, and returned to her home. Thus, James has some very strong words on the subject of discriminating against the poor and showing partiality to the rich (cf. * [1:59] The practice of Palestinian Judaism at this time was to name the child at birth; moreover, though naming a male child after the father is not completely unknown, the usual practice was to name the child after the grandfather (see Lk 1:61). Gabriel had informed Zacharias that the child would be filled with the Holy Spirit while yet in his mothers womb (Luke 1:15). They strained the gnats but they swallowed the camels. Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers (56) And Mary abode with her about three months. All rights reserved. Grace is the essence of true doctrine and the antidote to that which is false. 4so that you may realize the certainty of the teachings you have received. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! There were now two witnesses. After indicating his purpose for writing this gospel in verses 1-4, Luke immediately commenced his account by introducing Zacharias, the father-to-be of John the Baptist. Probably he did this because Mary has already been presented in Lk 1:38 as the obedient handmaid of the Lord who fulfills the requirement for belonging to the . The nativity and circumcision of John. 32o He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High,* and the Lord God will give him the throne of David his father, 19 The angel replied, 'I am Gabriel, who stand in God's presence, and I have been sent to speak to you and bring you this good news. Peter momentarily forgot that the gospel is inseparably linked with certain social obligations, and thus Paul had to rebuke him (cf. 67. (:46-47) State of Rejoicing in God. 38 Mary said, 'You see before you the Lord's servant, let it happen to me as you have said.' If verse 50 spells out the principle that God blesses His people, from generation to generation, verses 51-55 give some specific ways in which this has and will be done. Elizabeth also readily acknowledged the superior blessing bestowed on Mary, and rejoiced in it. Saint of the Day for Wednesday, Jan 18th, 2023. (5) Elizabeth praises God for much more than those things that Zachariah was told. The miracle of the virgin birth, which is the basis and the starting point of the praise of these two women, is analogous to the miracle of the new birth which every man, woman, and child must experience to have eternal life and to live the kind of life which our Lord requires. Do Those Who Commit Suicide Go To Hell? In other words, Marys praise does not focus on the immediate blessedness of her having this child, but on the ultimate outcome of the coming of Messiah. The narrative of Johns circumcision also prepares the way for the subsequent description of the circumcision of Jesus in Lk 2:21. From now on all generations will call me blessed. 56Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. 31 Look! [1:49] Dt 10:21; Ps 71:19; 111:9; 126:23. p. [1:33] Dn 2:44; 7:14; Mi 4:7; Mt 28:18. t. [1:42] 11:2728; Jgs 5:24; Jdt 13:18; Dt 28:4. y. In the New Testament epistles, the apostles insist that Christians not conform to the evil social practices of their day, but live according to the social standards of the gospel, to which Mary referred, and which our Lord taught. To press the matter further, I doubt that Mary understood that the redemptive purpose of Christs first coming would be accomplished by His death on a cross, death at the hands of wicked men. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. 14 A few Latin MSS read Elizabeth said instead of Mary said, and some commentators (e.g. This would put her departure very close to the time of Johns birth, and reasons have been suggested for identifying the time of her departure either just before or just after the birth of John. Rather than having to try to explain to Elizabeth what the angel had said to her about the virgin birth of her son, Messiah, Mary learned that Elizabeth already knew. Mary also understood the purposes of God as a plan which He had been carrying out throughout Israels history. * [1:19] I am Gabriel: the angel of the Lord is identified as Gabriel, the angel who in Dn 9:2025 announces the seventy weeks of years and the coming of an anointed one, a prince. 8 Now it happened that it was the turn of his section to serve, and he was exercising his priestly office before God. While some think that they will be a Christian by trying harder to live a good life they need to learn that becoming a Christian, being born again is illustrated by the birth of Marys child, while trying to be religious through good works is illustrated by the birth of John the Baptist. 41When Elizabeth heard Marys greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. 65 All their neighbours were filled with awe and the whole affair was talked about throughout the hill country of Judaea. * [1:4655] Although Mary is praised for being the mother of the Lord and because of her belief, she reacts as the servant in a psalm of praise, the Magnificat. 37for nothing will be impossible for God.r Gods compassion on her has revealed both His power and His holiness (Mighty One, holy is His name, v. 49). 45And blessed is she who believed that there would be[a] a fulfilment of what was spoken to her from the Lord. 46And Mary said, My soul magnifies the Lord,47and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,48for he has regarded the low estate of his handmaiden.For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed;49for he who is mighty has done great things for me,and holy is his name.50And his mercy is on those who fear himfrom generation to generation.51He has shown strength with his arm,he has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts,52he has put down the mighty from their thrones,and exalted those of low degree;53he has filled the hungry with good things,and the rich he has sent empty away.54He has helped his servant Israel,in remembrance of his mercy,55as he spoke to our fathers,to Abraham and to his posterity for ever.[b]. 2 as these were handed down to us by those who from the outset were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word. Get the app {{#signedIn}} . To those who lived far away from the Holy Land, the name of this unknown place was unimportant. The Bible requires that men live a life which is miraculous, a life that is humanly impossible (cf. 40where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. 1Since many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the events that have been fulfilled among us,a 41 Now it happened that as soon as Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. The major reason for this position, in my opinion, is the similarity of the magnificat to the praise of Hannah in 1 Samuel chapter 2. he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. b. In this section Luke announces many of the themes that will become prominent in the rest of the gospel: the centrality of Jerusalem and the temple, the journey motif, the universality of salvation, joy and peace, concern for the lowly, the importance of women, the presentation of Jesus as savior, Spirit-guided revelation and prophecy, and the fulfillment of Old Testament promises. The very moment she entered the house and gave a customary greeting, Elizabeth blessed Mary as the mother of her Lord. Again like Marys canticle, it is largely composed of phrases taken from the Greek Old Testament and may have been a Jewish Christian hymn of praise that Luke adapted to fit the present context by inserting Lk 1:7677 to give Zechariahs reply to the question asked in Lk 1:66. Mary viewed all of Gods dealings in the light of His grace; the religious leaders only thought in terms of human works. h. [1:17] Sir 48:10; Mal 3:1; 3:2324; Mt 11:14; 17:1113. For I am an old man, and my wife is advanced in years. (5) Mary is a model disciple in her grasp of the purposes and promises of God. John is great in the sight of the Lord (Lk 1:15); Jesus will be Great (a LXX attribute, used absolutely, of God) (Lk 1:32). We know now that this includes both His first and His second comings. Some thoughts on today's scripture. (K)50His mercy extends to those who fear him,from generation to generation. 79 to give light to those who live in darkness and the shadow dark as death, and to guide our feet into the way of peace. The other, Mary, responds to this word of prophecy in her song saying: "All generations will call me blessed" (Lk 1 : 48). (7) Mary is a model disciple in that her praise was not only a personal expression of worship, but also was edifying to Elizabeth. (3) In verse 50 Marys praise broadens, viewing Gods grace to her as a reflection of His gracious purposes for His chosen people, Israel. 53 He has filled the starving with good things, sent the rich away empty. (O)53He has filled the hungry with good things(P)but has sent the rich away empty.54He has helped his servant Israel,remembering to be merciful(Q)55to Abraham and his descendants(R) forever,just as he promised our ancestors.. Ps 18:46; Isa 17:10; 61:10; Hab 3:18; 1Ti 1:1; 2:3; 4:10, Ge 11:8; Ex 18:11; 2Sa 22:28; Jer 13:9; 49:16, NIV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture, NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story, NIV, The Story, Hardcover, Comfort Print: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow Gods Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture, NIV, The Woman's Study Bible, Full-Color, Red Letter: Receiving God's Truth for Balance, Hope, and Transformation. And he lived in the desert until the day he appeared openly to Israel. 8Once when he was serving as priest in his divisions turn before God, 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour; 48 because he has looked upon the humiliation of his servant. These include the following: Whether or not Mary was yet pregnant. 49 for the Mighty One has done great things for me holy is his name. She looks forward to the ultimate righteousness which will be established when Messiah reigns on the throne of David. 27to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgins name was Mary.l NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCBs) mission is to encounter the mercy of Christ and to accompany His people with joy. She knows the true mystery beyond His death so she bear it. Luke 1:39-56. In the Gospel, Elizabeth tells Mary, "Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled." (Luke 1:45) Gosh, there are so many examples in the world around us where that demonstrate a lack of belief in Jesus' words. * [1:2638] The announcement to Mary of the birth of Jesus is parallel to the announcement to Zechariah of the birth of John. Just as Marys response surpasses that of Zachariah, so the greatness of the miracle of the virgin birth of Messiah will exceed the miracle which produces a son for the elderly priest and his wife. "For He has had regard for the humble state of His bondslave;". 9 when it fell to him by lot, as the priestly custom was, to enter the Lord's sanctuary and burn incense there. 8-9). Romans chapter 7). Luke-Acts is a two-part historical account traditionally ascribed to Luke, who was believed to be a follower of Paul.The author of Luke-Acts noted that there were many accounts in circulation at the time of his writing, saying that these were eye-witness testimonies. Related Topics: Christology, Worship (Personal), Robert L. (Bob)Deffinbaugh graduated from Dallas Theological Seminary with his Th.M. You shall name him John: the name means Yahweh has shown favor, an indication of Johns role in salvation history. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall name him John.f Simeons words in chapter 2 (v. 35) allude to this pain, but do not explain what its cause will be. Luke's two-part narrative, his Gospel and his Acts of the Apostles, gives a somewhat different perspective on Jesus' final days from the narratives of Matthew, Mark, or John. 16 and he will bring back many of the Israelites to the Lord their God. [1:48] 11:27; 1Sm 1:11; 2Sm 16:12; 2Kgs 14:26; Ps 113:7. z. The prophecy of Elisabeth and of Mary, concerning Jesus. There are a number of ways in which the worship of these two women relate to contemporary Christians. ', 46 And Mary said: My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord. The Lord is with you.'. (1) Marys psalm of praise reveals a repeated use of the terminology and theology of the Old Testament. Marys praise began with her own experience, but quickly linked this with Gods character and actions in the past (His ways) and then with His covenant and promises regarding the future. By alluding to Old Testament themes in Lk 1:17, 19 such as the coming of the day of the Lord and the dawning of the messianic era, Luke is presenting his interpretation of the significance of the births of John and Jesus. Luke 1:39-56 Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition Mary Visits Elizabeth 54 He has come to the help of Israel his servant, mindful of his faithful love. (N)52He has brought down rulers from their thronesbut has lifted up the humble. Elizabeth was the wife of an obscure priest. You are to conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you must name him Jesus. The first to speak, Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cries out in a loud voice and utters words which we could only consider prophetic: "Blessed are you among women and blessed is the fruit of your womb" (Lk 1 : 42). I was sent to speak to you and to announce to you this good news.i She rejoices in God, who is her Savior (v. 47). May it be done to me according to your word. Then the angel departed from her. they wondered. get to know the Bible better! The gospel in Luke 1:39-56 is the manifestation of the feast of the assumption. The form of the proper noun is the same as that in "Bethlehem, of the land of Juda," in Matthew 2:6.The city may have been one of those assigned to the priests within the limits of the tribe of Judah, and if so, it is interesting to think of the Virgin as undertaking a journey which . I believe that Charles Talbert is correct in viewing Mary as a model disciple.21 Let us consider some of the ways in which Mary provides us with a model of discipleship. It is so strong that some are tempted to view Elizabeth as the composer of the Magnificat, and not Mary. Marys response was an elegant expression of faith: Behold, the bondslave of the Lord; be it done to me according to your word (Luke 1:38). There is no provincialism to be found in her praise. Luke 1:39-45. 26 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth. These were the themes of the Old Testament prophets. 30Then the angel said to her, Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. 44 Look, the moment your greeting reached my ears, the child in my womb leapt for joy. All materials contained on this site, whether written, audible or visual are the exclusive property of Catholic Online and are protected under U.S. and International copyright laws, Copyright 2022 Catholic Online. If Catholic Online has given you $5.00 worth of knowledge this year, take a minute to donate. Catholic Online is a Project of Your Catholic Voice Foundation, a Not-for-Profit Corporation. We are led to the conclusion that Marys praise was spoken in the hearing of Elizabeth, just as Elizabeths praise was spoken to God, but for Marys benefit. (8) Marys theology, as reflected in her Magnificat is vastly superior to that of the scribes and Pharisees, who would become the arch enemies of our Lord. Apart from Lk 1:7677, the hymn in speaking of a horn for our salvation (Lk 1:69) and the daybreak from on high (Lk 1:78) applies more closely to Jesus and his work than to John. 73 This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham. Luke is not only interested in the words and deeds of Jesus, but also in the larger context of the birth, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus as the fulfillment of the promises of God in the Old Testament. . 1 Seeing that many others have undertaken to draw up accounts of the events that have reached their fulfilment among us, 2 as these were handed down to us by those who from the outset were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word, 3 I in my turn, after carefully going over the . She would, by the miraculous action of the Holy Spirit, become pregnant, and her holy child would be called the Son of God (v. 35). 2. After the announcement is made (Lk 1:1417, 3133) the parent objects (Lk 1:18, 34) and a sign is given to confirm the announcement (Lk 1:20, 36). The scribes and Pharisees seemed as though they could only think and talk in terms of the Law of Moses. Q. The women seemed only fit for fixing meals and bearing children. Is Divorce And Remarriage After Abuse, Neglect, Financial, Or Emotional Issues Okay. Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (RSVCE), Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition. Luke 1:39-56 The Word of God . There are many nominal Christians who are tying to live an impossible (miraculous) life, yet who have not been miraculously born again. I fear some of you may be trying to live a miraculous life, but who have not had the prerequisite new birth. May I exhort you to experience this new birth through faith in Christ this very hour. 67 His father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke this prophecy: 68 Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, for he has visited his people, he has set them free. Mary seems immediately to respond to the praise of Elizabeth by offering her own praise to God. Before we begin to deal with our text, there are some introductory comments which may prove to be helpful. Not only did Elizabeth, in a sense, speak for John, she also spoke like John. * [1:52:52] Like the Gospel according to Matthew, this gospel opens with an infancy narrative, a collection of stories about the birth and childhood of Jesus. Luke - Chapter 22. 2:11-21). We have further corroboration of this from two other statements made by Luke: But she was greatly troubled at this statement, and kept pondering what kind of salutation this might be (Luke 1:29, emphasis mine). Her whole hymn is inspired by this fact.20. We will explore the basis for Elizabeths blessing of Mary later, but for now let us simply observe that the arrival of Mary is the occasion for Elizabeths praise, not the soon arrival of John. 16and he will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God. Q. 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