6 Both were upright in the sight of God and impeccably carried out all the commandments and observances of the Lord. In those days Mary set out and went with haste to a Judean town in the hill country, where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. Composition Narrative. 16 and he will bring back many of the Israelites to the Lord their God. Not only does she think biblically, she also expresses herself in biblical terms. Third, the account which Luke has provided us of Marys intimate worship, shared only with Elizabeth, should instruct and motivate us in the disciplines of discipleship. get to know the Bible better! 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. 3 I in my turn, after carefully going over the whole story from the beginning, have decided to write an ordered account for you, Theophilus. "May your word to me be fulfilled.". 18 In our study of the book of Jonah, we concluded that Jonah typified the sin of Israel by his lack of compassion, his disobedience, his self-righteousness, and his refusal to repent. 20 Look! 44As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. 65Then fear came upon all their neighbors, and all these matters were discussed throughout the hill country of Judea. 76 And you, little child, you shall be called Prophet of the Most High, for you will go before the Lord to prepare a way for him. And they were all astonished. 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). Mary is not a model for disciples in being the mother of Messiah. Elizabeths words are not as reflective, but seem almost to explode from her lips unexpectedly. Start your free trial today! I was sent to speak to you and to announce to you this good news.i Mary may have wondered how Elizabeth would respond to the news she had to share. * [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. * [1:15] He will drink neither wine nor strong drink: like Samson (Jgs 13:45) and Samuel (1Sm 1:11 LXX and 4QSama), John is to be consecrated by Nazirite vow and set apart for the Lords service. 35 The angel answered, 'The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will cover you with its shadow. * [1:34] Marys questioning response is a denial of sexual relations and is used by Luke to lead to the angels declaration about the Spirits role in the conception of this child (Lk 1:35). An aged priest has less faith than a young peasant girl, and thus Elizabeths blessing of Mary for her faith in Gods promise contains a mild rebuke for her doubting husband, who did not believe Gabriels words. Some thoughts on today's scripture. Instead, we must focus on the things which Luke has included, for these point to the thrust of his argument. 1 Seeing that many others have undertaken to draw up accounts of the events that have reached their fulfilment among us. 24After this time his wife Elizabeth conceived, and she went into seclusion for five months, saying, Perhaps there is a hint here that the words of Marys hymn are divinely inspired, but that the work is her composition, her work of praise and devotion, in response to the revelation of the angel. 21 Charles H. Talbert, Reading Luke: A Literary and Theological Commentary on the Third Gospel (New York: Crossroad Publishing Company, 1982), p. 22. . The bore the added social stigma of having no children. Let us bear in mind, however, that Luke has not told us this was the case. (:48a) State of Elevation from Humble Standing. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. John the Baptist was born through the actions of Elizabeth and Zacharias, which God supernaturally brought to conception and birth. There is no provincialism to be found in her praise. Hi readers, it seems you use Catholic Online a lot; that's great! 62So they made signs, asking his father what he wished him to be called. Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 1,39-56. This is not so. The gospel in Luke 1:39-56 is a clear manifestation that Mary during he life supported her Son to the very end. My opinion is that deliverances which are described have already been demonstrated in Israels history, to some degree, but that they will finally and fully be realized in the future, as a result of Messiahs coming. 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. (1) Mary is a model disciple in her faith in the word of God, and in her submission to the will of God. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. Let us ponder them. In verses 46-49, Mary praises God for His mercy as expressed toward her. She looks backward, to the covenants which God has made with Abraham and with His people in the Old Testament. CHAPTER 22. This is clearly seen to be in blatant disregard for the teaching of our text. I doubt that Mary way aware of the fact that Christ would come to earth twice, to achieve two distinct purposes. Too often, I fear, we find ourselves performing before others, using our praise to speak to men, to convey some message to them, rather than to God. (4) Mary is a model disciple in grasp of the social implications of the gospel. And indeed the hand of the Lord was with him. 56And Mary remained with her about three months, and returned to her home. . At the beginning of his two-volume work Luke shows those who play crucial roles in the inauguration of Christianity to be wholly a part of the people of Israel. (39) The hill country . Show the volunteers who bring you reliable, Catholic information that their work matters. Marys Magnificat reveals the depth of her grasp of Gods grace, which is not only shown to her, but to all the people of God, and from generation to generation. 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour; 48 because he has looked upon the humiliation of his servant. get to know the Bible better! Woe to you who are well-fed now, for you shall be hungry (Luke 6:20-21a; 24-25). And so, too, will the greatness of Messiah and His ministry surpass that of John the Baptist, the forerunner of Messiah. The nativity and circumcision of John. Elizabeth was not restricted to the level of spirituality of her husband, nor did the fact that the public expression of her worship was limited keep her from experiencing the greatest intimacy with her God. I believe that the similarity of the Magnificat to Hannas praise has the effect of encouraging Elizabeth, whose personal praise focuses on Mary, and not on her own joy in having a son in her old age. That which she speaks far surpasses what we are told Gabriel said to Zacharias. he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. These include the following: Whether or not Mary was yet pregnant. If It Is During The Millennium How Will There Not Be Pain And Tears When The Devil Is Released To Deceive The Nations? James 2:1-13; 5:1-12). (3) In verse 50 Marys praise broadens, viewing Gods grace to her as a reflection of His gracious purposes for His chosen people, Israel. The things which Luke does not tell us ought not to be our primary concern, to deal with them as unsolved mysteries, for which we must have an answer. Not so with Mary. You shall name him John: the name means Yahweh has shown favor, an indication of Johns role in salvation history. 'No,' she said, 'he is to be called John. She is a woman who grasps the Word of God, who meditates upon it, and who is obedient to it, both in its imperatives and in its inferences. 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, (6) Marys praise does not focus on the child she will bear, but on Father who is sending His Messiah. Herod the Great, the son of the Idumean Antipater, was declared King of Judea by the Roman Senate in 40 B.C., but became the undisputed ruler of Palestine only in 37 B.C. With these things already known (albeit by the Holy Spirits illumination of the Scriptures), the Spirit of God informed Elizabeth, perhaps at that very moment, that Mary was the one through whom Messiah would be born. Thus, Elizabeths praise served as further confirmation of Gabriels words. Throughout the Old Testament, the miraculous ministries of Gods chosen instruments often began by a miraculous or unusual birth. . 15for he will be great in the sight of [the] Lord. Mary dwells on the character of God, particularly His grace, which is bestowed on the humble and the oppressed. The prophecy of Zachariah, both of Jesus, 76. and of John. We can see that the verbs in these verses are past perfect. Q. 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. 3 He said to them, 'Take nothing for the journey: neither staff, nor haversack, nor bread, nor money; and do not have a spare tunic. ', 46 And Mary said: My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord. (5) Marys praise serves as an encouragement to Elizabeth, just as Elizabeths praise was an encouragement to her. 10Then, when the whole assembly of the people was praying outside at the hour of the incense offering, 12:46-50; Luke 8:19-21). God has not just singled Mary out for blessing, leaving others in their miserable estate. (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.. 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. We should strive to be students of Gods Word, meditating on its terms and theology, seeking to be obedient to its imperatives and its implications. (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. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb. 1 He called the Twelve together and gave them power and authority over all devils and to cure diseases, 2 and he sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal. 33and he will rule over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.p The Canticle of Zechariah. 30Then the angel said to her, Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. In the Jewish world of Luke's days, there was much that women couldn't do or weren't allowed to do. Romans chapter 7). The births of Abraham (Genesis 12-21), Samuel (1 Samuel 1 & 2), and Samson (Judges 13), are examples of such miraculous births. There was so much that women could not do, or at least were not allowed to do. * [1:5766] The birth and circumcision of John above all emphasize Johns incorporation into the people of Israel by the sign of the covenant (Gn 17:112). 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. (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.. 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 * [1:76] You will go before the Lord: here the Lord is most likely a reference to Jesus (contrast Lk 1:1517 where Yahweh is meant) and John is presented as the precursor of Jesus. While Mary is clearly the principle character in this section, Elizabeth, her relative is also shown to be a remarkable women. Gal. (L)51He has performed mighty deeds with his arm;(M)he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. His self-righteousness is evident in the psalm of chapter 2, which dwells on his dilemma, his danger, and his deliverance, but not on God. 28 He went in and said to her, 'Rejoice, you who enjoy God's favor! 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. Grace is the essence of true doctrine and the antidote to that which is false. 39-56) by informing us that Mary returned home after three months (v. 56). 58Her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had shown his great mercy toward her, and they rejoiced with her.g In short, Mary is the focus, not Elizabeth. 27to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgins name was Mary.l The Israelites felt that their physical link with Abraham was sufficient to save them, but they were wrong, and John would later challenge this false belief (Luke 3:8). 18Then Zechariah said to the angel, How shall I know this? If Luke was writing to Gentiles, the name of this village would not have had any meaning, and thus was omitted as non-essential to his purpose. 42cried out in a loud voice and said, Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.t holy is his name. 62 and made signs to his father to find out what he wanted him called. 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]. The honour that Elizabeth gave to Mary at their meeting was symbolic of the honour that John would give to Jesus ( Luke 1:39-45 ). 23Then, when his days of ministry were completed, he went home. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leaped in her womb. While Christs coming meant more than saving men from their sins, this was the beginning, the prerequisite for all that He would accomplish. I believe that Elizabeth is a prototype of her son in this regard. Women may be limited so far as their public ministry is concerned, but not so far as their spirituality and intimacy with God is concerned. In His first coming, Messiah came to reveal God to men, and to accomplish eternal redemption for all who would believe. 4. The Wonder Of Christmas. The Lord is with you.m Nevertheless, girls were married young in those days, and it is thus likely true that Mary was quite young. 78 because of the faithful love of our God in which the rising Sun has come from on high to visit us. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! There is no mention as to whether or not Mary was pregnant when she first arrived at the home of Elizabeth and Zachariah. 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. The two women are Elizabeth, the soon-to-be mother of John the Baptist, and Mary, the mother-to-be of Messiah, were truly great and godly women. Indeed, I believe that Luke is telling us that wives are not restricted to the level of spirituality of their mate. The narrative uses early Christian traditions about the birth of Jesus, traditions about the birth and circumcision of John the Baptist, and canticles such as the Magnificat (Lk 1:4655) and Benedictus (Lk 1:6779), composed of phrases drawn from the Greek Old Testament. And the angel departed from her. When Gabriel announced the miraculous virgin birth of Messiah through Mary to this young16 peasant girl, he informed her of Elizabeths pregnancy, indicating that this was a sign of Gods ability to achieve the impossible (Luke 1:36-37). He will be called John.i 24 Some time later his wife Elizabeth conceived and for five months she kept to herself, saying, 25 'The Lord has done this for me, now that it has pleased him to take away the humiliation I suffered in public.'. 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). 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. n. [1:31] Gn 16:11; Jgs 13:3; Is 7:14; Mt 1:2123. The term "visitation" in the Bible typically refers to the visit of the Virgin Mary to her relative Elizabeth, as described in Luke 1:39-56.It can also refer to God's judgment or punishment, as seen in Isaiah 10:3, or a call for Christians to abstain from worldly passions, as seen in 1 Peter 2:11.In some cases, it is used to refer to Mary's pregnancy and Elizabeth's reaction when she greeted Mary. 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 . 24-25). (B) 42In a loud voice she exclaimed: Blessed are you among women,(C) and blessed is the child you will bear! Revelation 21 Seems To Be After The Millennium Where It Says There Will Be No Pain Or Tears. The Magnificat is based on the Song of Hannah (1 Sam 2.1-10), and other Old Testament passages that describe Gods favor toward Israel and especially toward the poor and lowly. In all of these cases we must remember that Luke purposefully chose, under the guidance and control of the Holy Spirit, either to include or to exclude various details. 39In those days Mary arose and went with haste into the hill country, to a city of Judah, 40and she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. Start for FREE. 16 The term young is used with some caution, for it is only tradition that teaches us Mary was a young, girl, a teen. Elizabeth is a magnificent woman of God, in Lukes opinion. 29But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. 70even as he promised through the mouth of his holy prophets from of old: 71salvation from our enemies and from the hand of all who hate us,m, 73and of the oath he swore to Abraham our father,p. 50 and his faithful love extends age after age to those who fear him. 66 All those who heard of it treasured it in their hearts. 2 They began their accusation by saying, 'We found this man inciting our people to revolt, opposing payment of the tribute to Caesar, and claiming to be Christ, a king.'. "And Mary said: 'My soul exalts the Lord, 47 And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.'". God does the work of producing life in us, just as He brought about life in Mary. It is so strong that some are tempted to view Elizabeth as the composer of the Magnificat, and not Mary. There are a number of ways in which the worship of these two women relate to contemporary Christians. 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. 17 With the spirit and power of Elijah, he will go before him to reconcile fathers to their children and the disobedient to the good sense of the upright, preparing for the Lord a people fit for him. * [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. Nevertheless, others have reacted to this error by failing to see this woman as a model disciple. 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). How shallow our prayers and praise seem when compared with that of these two godly women. You are to conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you must name him Jesus. 26In the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth, There is a principle at work here in the first two chapters of Luke which can be found elsewhere in the Bible. To all our readers, Please don't scroll past this. Study Notes - Luke 1 39-56. Thus Mary quickly prepared and left to visit her relative living in an unnamed village17 in the hill country of Judah (v. 39). Saint of the Day for Wednesday, Jan 18th, 2023. We will begin by focusing on Elizabeth, as Luke does, and on her response to the arrival of Mary, the mother-to-be of Messiah. Most people donate because Catholic Online is useful. As the apostle Paul put it, let all things be done for edification (1 Cor. I am an old man and my wife is getting on in years.'. 14:26a). We find the first instance of his highlighting of women in our text in the first chapter of Lukes gospel, where the spotlight is directed toward two godly women. Bible. Thank you. Chapter 9 . * [1:14] The Gospel according to Luke is the only one of the synoptic gospels to begin with a literary prologue. 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. 44For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. 32 He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High. 52 He has pulled down princes from their thrones and raised high the lowly. The same principle applies on a different level. 44For behold, when the voice of your greeting came to my ears, the babe in my womb leaped for joy. 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. All rights reserved. How encouraging the greeting of Elizabeth must have been to Mary. 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. 79to shine on those who sit in darkness and deaths shadow, to guide our feet into the path of peace., 80The child grew and became strong in spirit, and he was in the desert until the day of his manifestation to Israel.u. Mary, too, was a humble peasant girl. 38Mary said, Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. The sound of your greeting reached my ears, the forerunner of Messiah God in which the rising Sun come. Almost to explode from her lips unexpectedly reveal God to men, and these! 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