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* [1:20] You will be speechless and unable to talk: Zechariahs becoming mute is the sign given in response to his question in v. 18. 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]. * [1:69] A horn for our salvation: the horn is a common Old Testament figure for strength (Ps 18:3; 75:56; 89:18; 112:9; 148:14). 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. (6) Elizabeths praise suggests that she may have possessed a greater depth of spiritual and scriptural insight than her husband. 17 The term which is rendered city (a city of Judah, v. 39) is one that is very broad, and does not really indicate the size of the place. Mary visits Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-56) With the time drawing near when Elizabeth would give birth, Mary travelled south to visit her. Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. 32 He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb. There is no provincialism to be found in her praise. 36 And I tell you this too: your cousin Elizabeth also, in her old age, has conceived a son, and she whom people called barren is now in her sixth month. * Lk 1:76 where John is described as "prophet of the Most High." "Most High" is a title for God commonly used by Luke (Lk 1:35 . 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 . One wonders how much that Elizabeth came directly from the Spirit of God, and how much originated from her own grasp of the Scriptures. Indeed, I believe that Luke is telling us that wives are not restricted to the level of spirituality of their mate. Start for FREE. 1. While Mary is clearly the principle character in this section, Elizabeth, her relative is also shown to be a remarkable women. * [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). Luke 1:39-56: Mary set out at that time and went as quickly as she could to a town in the hill country of Judah. Like mother, like son. 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. 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 ). 2just as those who were eyewitnesses from the beginning and ministers of the word have handed them down to us,b 27 to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the House of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. ', 61 They said to her, 'But no one in your family has that name,'. The fact that the worship of these women was more restricted than that of men is no hindrance to their spiritual growth and development. Do not be carried away by varied and strange teachings, for it is good for the heart to be strengthened by grace, not by foods, through which those who were thus occupied were not benefited (Heb. While this is certainly true, Mary chose to focus on what the child would be and accomplish as an adult, and not what her child would be as a child. Throughout the Old Testament, the miraculous ministries of Gods chosen instruments often began by a miraculous or unusual birth. There was so much that women could not do, or at least were not allowed to do. And so the child will be holy and will be called Son of God. 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.'. 12 The sight disturbed Zechariah and he was overcome with fear. 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. It is so strong that some are tempted to view Elizabeth as the composer of the Magnificat, and not Mary. 66All who heard these things took them to heart, saying, What, then, will this child be? For surely the hand of the Lord was with him. holy is his name. We're not salespeople, but we depend on donations averaging $14.76 and fewer than 1% of readers give. We need by read the final chapter of the book of Proverbs to see that women, at least biblically, were given great privileges and responsibilities. 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. 43And why is this granted me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? 5 In the days of King Herod of Judaea there lived a priest called Zechariah who belonged to the Abijah section of the priesthood, and he had a wife, Elizabeth by name, who was a descendant of Aaron. 39-56) by informing us that Mary returned home after three months (v. 56). 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 Wonder Of Christmas. (N)52He has brought down rulers from their thronesbut has lifted up the humble. Luke 1:39-56 Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition Mary Visits Elizabeth 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. 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. 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 . writing to tell Elizabeth that she was coming and what the angel Gabriel had told her regarding her becoming the mother of Messiah). In verses 46-49, Mary praises God for His mercy as expressed toward her. 8 Now it happened that it was the turn of his section to serve, and he was exercising his priestly office before God. 56 Mary remained with her about three months and then returned to her home. Mary has a good sense of history and a broad grasp of Gods purposes and promises. 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. Both she and Zacharias were country people, who lived in an unnamed village in the hill country of Judah. She must have been very devastated upon seeing Jesus died but she understood the truth. 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. . Let us bear in mind, however, that Luke has not told us this was the case. Basketweave Black/Burgandy Bonded Leather, The Official Catholic Scripture Study International Bible, Largeprint, Bonded Leather, Black - Slightly Imperfect, RSV Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament 2nd Edition. 4. 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. 49 for the Almighty has done great things for me. Copyright 2019 by Zondervan. 16 The term young is used with some caution, for it is only tradition that teaches us Mary was a young, girl, a teen. The same principle applies on a different level. When Mary asks a similar question in Lk 1:34, unlike Zechariah who was punished for his doubt, she, in spite of her doubt, is praised and reassured (Lk 1:3537). Regardless, these are some of the most beautiful words in all the word of God. Catholic Online. The Canticle of Zechariah. All rights reserved worldwide. 53 He has filled the starving with good things, sent the rich away empty. 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. The Worship of Two Women (Luke 1:39-56) Introduction When one thinks of the women of the ancient world, our first emotional response is usually pity. 14 He will be your joy and delight and many will rejoice at his birth. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! CHAPTER 22. I was 'a stranger and you gave me no welcome', Pope Francis: 'We do not have to be perfect', Daily Readings for Wednesday, January 18, 2023, St. Volusian: Saint of the Day for Wednesday, January 18, 2023, Prayer for the Family: Prayer of the Day for Wednesday, January 18, 2023. (:46-47) State of Rejoicing in God. Lk 1:76 where John is described as prophet of the Most High. Most High is a title for God commonly used by Luke (Lk 1:35, 76; 6:35; 8:28; Acts 7:48; 16:17). Not so with Mary. Because of this, the practices of our church stand out, and are considered very offensive to many women, and some men. 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. Elizabeths words far surpass the revelation which we are told Gabriel gave to Zacharias. h. [1:17] Sir 48:10; Mal 3:1; 3:2324; Mt 11:14; 17:1113. Bridgeway Bible Commentary. I believe that Elizabeth is a prototype of her son in this regard. Zacharias and his wife Elizabeth were both descendants of Aaron (v. 5), and were righteous in the sight of God (v. 6). Thank you. 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. 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. Because there is no specific connection of the canticle to the context of Marys pregnancy and her visit to Elizabeth, the Magnificat (with the possible exception of v. 48) may have been a Jewish Christian hymn that Luke found appropriate at this point in his story. Cancel. * [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. And He went down with them, and came to Nazareth; and He continued in to them; and His mother treasured all these things in her heart (Luke 2:51, emphasis mine). 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). How, then, did Elizabeth know that Jesus would be born of a virgin, and that the virgin was none other than her relative, Mary? 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. 20But now you will be speechless and unable to talk* until the day these things take place, because you did not believe my words, which will be fulfilled at their proper time.j, 21Meanwhile the people were waiting for Zechariah and were amazed that he stayed so long in the sanctuary. * [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. 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. And so, too, will the greatness of Messiah and His ministry surpass that of John the Baptist, the forerunner of Messiah. Gal. She may even have wondered whether or not to tell of her visit by the angel Gabriel. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit 42 and exclaimed with a loud cry, 'Blessed are you among . 10Then, when the whole assembly of the people was praying outside at the hour of the incense offering, 15 FRom the first word of her hymn of praise in the Vulgate translation, this hymn is known as the Magnificat. From the earliest times it has been used in the praises of the Christian church. Norval Geldenhuys, Commentary on the Gospel of Luke, The New International Commentary on the New Testament Series (Grand Rapids: Wm. 6 Both were upright in the sight of God and impeccably carried out all the commandments and observances of the Lord. 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. Since Hannahs circumstances more closely parallel those of Elizabeth, some have drawn the hasty conclusion that it was she, rather than Mary, who composed this hymn of praise. The men assumed the leadership roles, especially in spiritual matters. Second, the praise of Elizabeth and Mary provide us with a model for our own worship and praise. 7 But they were childless: Elizabeth was barren and they were both advanced in years. (H)From now on all generations will call me blessed,(I)49for the Mighty One has done great things(J) for meholy is his name. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. (1) Elizabeth seems to praise Mary before Mary has had any opportunity to explain anything to her. 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.'. 26 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth. 31 Look! They were not, however, the themes of the scribes and Pharisees. Luke was a doctor and therefore a man of science and research, and this is reflected in his history of the life of Jesus. 39 Mary set out at that time and went as quickly as she could into the hill country to a town in Judah. Copyright 2019-2023 USCCB, please review our Privacy Policy. Luke 1:39-56 . Thus, Elizabeths praise served as further confirmation of Gabriels words. While Elizabeth spoke with a loud voice (1:42), Mary is perhaps more sedate. 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. She views this event in terms of the distant past, in terms of the covenant promises of God, in terms of the history of Israel, where Gods mercy was shown on generation after generation, and in terms of the distant future, when at His second coming Messiah will set things straight. Here and in Lk 3:12 he connects his narrative with events in Palestinian history; in Lk 2:12 and Lk 3:1 he casts the Jesus story in the light of events of Roman history. 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. At this time the social order will under a radical and violent reversal. Our praise during this Christmas season should especially be patterned after that of Mary, who did not focus on the tiny baby that she would soon hold in her arms, but in the God who sent Messiah and in the goal of His coming earth. 5 In the days of King Herod of Judaea there lived a priest called Zechariah who belonged to the Abijah section of the priesthood, and he had a wife, Elizabeth by name, who was a descendant of Aaron. 37for nothing will be impossible for God.r Men assumed the leadership roles, especially in spiritual matters. Mary grasped the camels and the religious leaders only grasped at the gnats.. 32-33). 66 All those who heard of it treasured it in their hearts. 57When the time arrived for Elizabeth to have her child she gave birth to a son. She viewed history in the light of this plan. There were now two witnesses. 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. Some may question how a simple peasant-girl may have such a grasp of the Old Testament. Salvation is Gods miraculous work in us, producing new life. 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. . When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb. 64Immediately his mouth was opened, his tongue freed, and he spoke blessing God.j Resume Prayer. Virtually every commentator agrees that Marys praise is dripping with Old Testament allusions and references. Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 1,39-56. get to know the Bible better! * [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). Mary did not mention the Law of Moses, the Mosaic Covenant, but only Gods promise to Abraham, the Abrahamic Covenant. We know now that this includes both His first and His second comings. He would be the Son of the Most High, who would be given the throne of His father David, from which He would rule (vv. Show the volunteers who bring you reliable, Catholic information that their work matters. 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. Yes, from now onwards all generations will call me blessed. 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. Start for FREE. Mary has a great breadth of understanding. (B) 42In a loud voice she exclaimed: Blessed are you among women,(C) and blessed is the child you will bear! 50 and his faithful love extends age after age to those who fear him. 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. The scribes and Pharisees of Jesus day were largely legalists, who focused on the letter of the law, but missed Gods grace in it. The Bible requires that men live a life which is miraculous, a life that is humanly impossible (cf. 41When Elizabeth heard Marys greeting, the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth, filled with the holy Spirit,s Luke - Chapter 22. (2) Marys praise begins with her grateful response to the grace God has shown to her, a humble servant of the Lord. He even encouraged his disciples to leave him and to follow Christ (John 1:35-37). 35 The angel answered, 'The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will cover you with its shadow. Is Divorce And Remarriage After Abuse, Neglect, Financial, Or Emotional Issues Okay. Luis A. Zazano May 30, 2021. written by Fr. Marys role as believer in the infancy narrative should be seen in connection with the explicit mention of her presence among those who believed after the resurrection at the beginning of the Acts of the Apostles (Acts 1:14). 74 that he would grant us, free from fear, to be delivered from the hands of our enemies. The Lord is with you.m Much, perhaps most, of these things will be fulfilled in the second coming of Messiah, rather than in His first coming. The Revised Standard Version of the Bible: Catholic Edition, copyright 1965, 1966 the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. (2) Mary is a model disciple in the depth of her familiarity with the word of God. This description is applied to God in Ps 18:3 and is here transferred to Jesus. Mary may not be all that some have held her to be, but she is a magnificent model of discipleship. Luke . The gospel in Luke 1:39-56 is a clear manifestation that Mary during he life supported her Son to the very end. There is no such thing as a purely 'spiritual' love. How many Apostles were there? 8Once when he was serving as priest in his divisions turn before God, There is a also distinct parallel with the praise of Hannah in 1 Samuel chapter 2. Mary may have wondered how Elizabeth would respond to the news she had to share. (1) Mary is a model disciple in her faith in the word of God, and in her submission to the will of God. The Nutcracker - Four Realms / Four Reminders. Creed) accept this. 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. Mary set out in those days and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, . 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, Journal the Word Bible, Double-Column, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Reflect, Take Notes, or Create Art Next to Your Favorite Verses, NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow Gods Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Revelation, Paperback, Comfort Print, NIV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV, The Woman's Study Bible, Full-Color, Red Letter: Receiving God's Truth for Balance, Hope, and Transformation, NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story. 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 . Bible Study Summary with Questions The Worship of Two Women Disciples. 13But the angel said to him, Do not be afraid,* Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. 50 His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation. (K)50His mercy extends to those who fear him,from generation to generation. The very moment she entered the house and gave a customary greeting, Elizabeth blessed Mary as the mother of her Lord. For less than $5/mo. Bible. It is true that Elizabeth blessed Mary as the mother of her Lord (1:42), and that future generations will bless her as such also (1:48). 3 Pilate put to him this question, 'Are you the king of the Jews?'. Q. * [1:14] The Gospel according to Luke is the only one of the synoptic gospels to begin with a literary prologue. (:48a) State of Elevation from Humble Standing. I must confess to you that I often become overly absorbed in what isnt said, rather than to concentrate on what is reported. Bible . She rejoices in God, who is her Savior (v. 47). In both the angel Gabriel appears to the parent who is troubled by the vision (Lk 1:1112, 2629) and then told by the angel not to fear (Lk 1:13, 30). The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCBs) mission is to encounter the mercy of Christ and to accompany His people with joy. Elizabeths immediate response to Marys arrival might be explained by some previous communication between the two (e.g. Luke 1:65 And fear came upon all their neighbours: and all these things were noised abroad over all the hill country of Judea. These were the themes of the Old Testament prophets. Many have observed the similarities of this Magnificat of Mary to the hymn of praise of Hanna in 1 Samuel chapter 2. (5) Mary is a model disciple in her grasp of the purposes and promises of God. The nativity and circumcision of John. (5) Elizabeth praises God for much more than those things that Zachariah was told. 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. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall name him John.f 6Both were righteous in the eyes of God, observing all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blamelessly. The book of Revelation speaks much of these themes, and prophesies their fulfillment. Study Notes - Luke 1 39-56. Related Topics: Christology, Worship (Personal), Robert L. (Bob)Deffinbaugh graduated from Dallas Theological Seminary with his Th.M. but has lifted up the humble. Finally, there are those who would accept the rendering of some obscure manuscripts14 and conclude that it was Elizabeth and not Mary, who was the composer of the magnificat,15 the praise hymn of verses 46-55. Not only does she think biblically, she also expresses herself in biblical terms. 22 When he came out he could not speak to them, and they realised that he had seen a vision in the sanctuary. The naming of the child John and Zechariahs recovery from his loss of speech should be understood as fulfilling the angels announcement to Zechariah in Lk 1:13, 20. 62 and made signs to his father to find out what he wanted him called. 39 In those days Mary set out and went with haste to a Judean town in the hill country, 40 where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. Bob is a pastor/teacher and elder at Community Bible Chapel in Richardson, Texas, and has contributed many of his Bible study series for use by the Foundation. 25So has the Lord done for me at a time when he has seen fit to take away my disgrace before others.k. Most people donate because Catholic Online is useful. "And Mary said: 'My soul exalts the Lord, 47 And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.'". This would serve as further testimony to the divine origin of the Christ-child. Mary viewed all of Gods dealings in the light of His grace; the religious leaders only thought in terms of human works. c. [1:52] 1Sm 2:7; 2Sm 22:28; Jb 5:11; 12:19; Ps 147:6; Sir 10:14; Jas 4:6; 1Pt 5:5. f. [1:55] Gn 13:15; 17:7; 18:18; 22:1718; Mi 7:20. k. [1:68] 7:16; Ps 41:13; 72:18; 106:48; 111:9. n. [1:7273] Gn 17:7; Lv 26:42; Ps 105:89; Mi 7:20. r. [1:76] Is 40:3; Mal 3:1; Mt 3:3; 11:10. According to Luke, the virginal conception of Jesus takes place through the holy Spirit, the power of God, and therefore Jesus has a unique relationship to Yahweh: he is Son of God. We cannot say for certain, but we can affirm at this moment that all that she said was divinely inspired. The point I wish to make here is that the restrictions which the New Testament makes on women and their role in public worship are not detrimental to the spiritual life and development of women. 44As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. 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. . Matt. I am still supposed to be . Before we begin to deal with our text, there are some introductory comments which may prove to be helpful. He will be called John.i For less than $5/mo. While there is some truth in the rather dismal picture which I have portrayed, it is not utterly so. Some thoughts on today's scripture. She would have been separated from Joseph, while at the same time being chaperoned by Elizabeth and Zachariah. These things are still future for us, as they were for Mary, for they will be accomplished at the second coming of our Lord. [1:49] Dt 10:21; Ps 71:19; 111:9; 126:23. 59* When they came on the eighth day to circumciseh the child, they were going to call him Zechariah after his father, 52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones. 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. 65 All their neighbours were filled with awe and the whole affair was talked about throughout the hill country of Judaea. 19And the angel said to him in reply, I am Gabriel,* who stand before God. 38Mary said, Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. Saint of the Day for Wednesday, Jan 18th, 2023. 43And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord* should come to me? 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. 1 The whole assembly then rose, and they brought him before Pilate. 39 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, 40 where she entered Zechariah's home and greeted Elizabeth. The prophecy of Elisabeth and of Mary, concerning Jesus. She looks backward, to the covenants which God has made with Abraham and with His people in the Old Testament. 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. God has not just singled Mary out for blessing, leaving others in their miserable estate. 70 just as he proclaimed, by the mouth of his holy prophets from ancient times. 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. 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). Luke . The women seemed only fit for fixing meals and bearing children. * [1:5] In the days of Herod, King of Judea: Luke relates the story of salvation history to events in contemporary world history. * [1:17] He will go before him in the spirit and power of Elijah: John is to be the messenger sent before Yahweh, as described in Mal 3:12. Several observations concerning Elizabeths response to the arrival of Mary will help us to grasp the magnificence of this woman, as I believe Luke intended us to do. The gospel in Luke 1:39-56 is the manifestation of the feast of the assumption. (7) Mary focused more on the results of Christs second coming than she did the first. Mary, too, was a humble peasant girl. they wondered. Thus Mary quickly prepared and left to visit her relative living in an unnamed village17 in the hill country of Judah (v. 39). 29 She was deeply disturbed by these words and asked herself what this greeting could mean. We might suspect that the limitations of biblical revelation, compounded by those of the culture, would have made womanhood a curse. John spoke as it were by leaping in the womb (1:41), while Elizabeth seems almost to speak for John. 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 . These include the following: Whether or not Mary was yet pregnant. 8-9). For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed; he has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts, to Abraham and to his posterity for ever.. 2023 United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, He will drink neither wine nor strong drink, He will go before him in the spirit and power of Elijah, You will be speechless and unable to talk, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. 13 But the angel said to him, 'Zechariah, do not be afraid, for your prayer has been heard. 38 "I am the Lord's servant," Mary answered. 56Mary remained with her about three months and then returned to her home. 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. He was gesturing to them but remained mute. The angel had not commanded Mary to go to the house of Elizabeth, but had only stated that Elizabeth was pregnant in her old age, which showed that nothing is impossible with God (Luke 1:36-37). 51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. The fact that Zacharias was a professional priest and that his wife and Mary were but lay people did not in any way set Zacharias above the others. Mary: The Expecting Momma. 3I too have decided, after investigating everything accurately anew, to write it down in an orderly sequence for you, most excellent Theophilus, g. [1:15] 7:33; Nm 6:121; Jgs 13:4; 1Sm 1:11 LXX. Even this is a manifestation of Gods grace, for at this early point in time such knowledge would only have caused Mary unnecessary and premature pain. 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). 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. * [1:6879] Like the canticle of Mary (Lk 1:4655) the canticle of Zechariah is only loosely connected with its context. Copyright 2022 Catholic Online. In His first coming, Messiah came to reveal God to men, and to accomplish eternal redemption for all who would believe. Nevertheless, it is our conviction that the principles of the New Testament church are as relevant and binding today as they were in Pauls day. Perhaps a few women, blessed by financial prosperity and social standing, may have been able to enjoy some of the benefits of the male world. Wonders of His . All rights reserved. 15 for he will be great in the sight of the Lord; he must drink no wine, no strong drink; even from his mother's womb he will be filled with the Holy Spirit. 43But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord(D) should come to me? Luke 1:39-45. (N)52He has brought down rulers from their thronesbut has lifted up the humble. * [1:32] Son of the Most High: cf. While no instruction was given here, the inference was clear: Elizabeth would be an encouragement to Mary, and a woman who would understand what God was doing in the virgins life. 27to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgins name was Mary.l 52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. Read the Bible, discover plans, and seek God every day. 41And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the babe leaped in her womb; and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit 42and she exclaimed with a loud cry, Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb! 49The Mighty One has done great things for me, dispersed the arrogant of mind and heart.b, 52He has thrown down the rulers from their thrones. For less than $5/mo. And the angel departed from her. 9 when it fell to him by lot, as the priestly custom was, to enter the Lord's sanctuary and burn incense there. It seems to me that this is a very significant fact. Both were humble women of no social or economic standing. Our salvation comes about in the same way that Marys baby was conceivedtotally by the sovereign work of God, apart from any effort which Mary might make. One can speculate as to what Mary may have been thinking along the way to Elizabeths home. * 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. 23 When his time of service came to an end he returned home. First, it should be noted that there are several things which Luke has not told us, which we might like to know, but will not find in this inspired account. May it be done to me according to your word. Then the angel departed from her. 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. Mary dwells on the character of God, particularly His grace, which is bestowed on the humble and the oppressed. I believe that Elizabeth knew from the Scriptures that Messiah would be both human and divine, and that He would be born of a virgin. Woe to you who are well-fed now, for you shall be hungry (Luke 6:20-21a; 24-25). 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. 67Then Zechariah his father, filled with the holy Spirit, prophesied, saying: 68* Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, for he has visited and brought redemption to his people.k, 69* He has raised up a horn for our salvation. 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. Verses 39-56. 2:11-21). Your Catholic Voice Foundation has been granted a recognition of tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The lofty will be put down and the humble will be exalted (vv. 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. 40 She went into Zechariah's house and greeted Elizabeth. The scribes and Pharisees, however, seemed only to grasp a few of the particulars, but missed the plan. For I am an old man, and my wife is advanced in years. 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. While bearing the Messiah was a distinct privilege for Mary, that for which she is most highly praised is her faith and her obedience. Thus, James has some very strong words on the subject of discriminating against the poor and showing partiality to the rich (cf. 35And the angel said to her in reply, The holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (RSVCE), Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition. 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. 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). In His rebuke of the scribes and Pharisees, Jesus constantly referred to these great themes, and to the fact that legalistic Judaism violated them (cf. When one thinks of the women of the ancient world, our first emotional response is usually pity. in 1971. The marginal references in our Bibles indicate the many other allusions and parallels. Gabriel had informed Zacharias that the child would be filled with the Holy Spirit while yet in his mothers womb (Luke 1:15). 62So they made signs, asking his father what he wished him to be called. * [1:45] Blessed are you who believed: Luke portrays Mary as a believer whose faith stands in contrast to the disbelief of Zechariah (Lk 1:20). . 57. Zacharias faith wavered, and he consequently asked for some sign, some proof that the promise of the angel would be fulfilled. 73 This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham. Luke 1:39-56 The Word of God . I doubt that Mary way aware of the fact that Christ would come to earth twice, to achieve two distinct purposes. This brought a rebuke, and a temporary loss of speech, which nevertheless served as a sign to the people assembled at the temple that something very significant was about to happen. In His ministry the Lord Jesus would expand on he social themes of Marys Magnificat: And turning His gaze on His disciples, He began to say, Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour; 48 because he has looked upon the humiliation of his servant. 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. 42cried out in a loud voice and said, Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.t Luke 1:56 Catholic Bible 51 He has used the power of his arm, he has routed the arrogant of heart. 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. 2. Granted, the worship of these two women is not public, but private. It's a little awkward to ask, but we need your help. This includes the immediate goal of redemption and salvation, but it especially includes the setting right of those things which are unjust and evil. 52 He has pulled down princes from their thrones and raised high the lowly. All rights reserved worldwide. Elizabeths proclamation does not focus on the blessing of the child which she will bear (John), but on the blessing of God in the arrival of Mary, who is to be the mother of the Messiah. The bore the added social stigma of having no children. * He will be filled with the holy Spirit even from his mothers womb,g While we are not specifically told that Mary was filled with the Holy Spirit when she spoke these words, we may surely assume so. Mary got the point, however, and without having to be told to do so, went immediately to Elizabeths house, even though it was apparently some distance away and involved considerable inconvenience. [1:51] Ps 89:10; 118:15; Jer 32:17 (39:17 LXX). ', 18 Zechariah said to the angel, 'How can I know this? 78 because of the faithful love of our God in which the rising Sun has come from on high to visit us. 'What will this child turn out to be?' I will not pursue this in any detail here, but let me point out several areas of contrast between Marys theology, her understanding of the Old Testament, and that of the scribes and Pharisees. He is cast, moreover, in the role of the Old Testament fiery reformer, the prophet Elijah, who according to Mal 3:23 (Mal 4:5) is sent before the great and terrible day of the Lord comes.. Bob was born and raised in a Christian home i More, Getting Spiritually Fit 1 ( Corinthians 9:24-27), Steps to Biblical Reconciliation (Luke 17:1-4; 2 Corinthians 5:15-21). 1Since many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the events that have been fulfilled among us,a For less than $5/mo. 28And coming to her, he said, Hail, favored one! Bible. 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. Whether or not Elizabeth and Mary had any previous communication before Marys arrival. Q. 3 Then Satan entered into Judas, surnamed Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve. 57 The time came for Elizabeth to have her child, and she gave birth to a son; 58 and when her neighbours and relations heard that the Lord had lavished on her his faithful love, they shared her joy. 7But they had no child,* because Elizabeth was barren and both were advanced in years.d 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. 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. New International Version (NIV). 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and . 6 Both were upright in the sight of God and impeccably carried out all the commandments and observances of the Lord. Salvation does not result from our efforts, which God miraculously blesses. Mary understood that Israels hope was rooted in the Abrahamic Covenant, not in the Mosaic. * [1:7] They had no child: though childlessness was looked upon in contemporaneous Judaism as a curse or punishment for sin, it is intended here to present Elizabeth in a situation similar to that of some of the great mothers of important Old Testament figures: Sarah (Gn 15:3; 16:1); Rebekah (Gn 25:21); Rachel (Gn 29:31; 30:1); the mother of Samson and wife of Manoah (Jgs 13:23); Hannah (1Sm 1:2). If you are one of our rare donors, you have our gratitude and we warmly thank you. a city of Juda.--The description is too vague to be identified with any certainty. 11the angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right of the altar of incense. 55 -according to the promise he made to our ancestors -- of his mercy to Abraham and to his descendants for ever. Thus, it is used with reference to Nazareth (1:26), which was but a village. ', 46 And Mary said: My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord. ii. (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.. As we compare Lukes account which introduces Zacharias, this elderly (and godly) priest is not put in nearly as favorable light as is his wife, Elizabeth. The Lord is with you.'. 41When Elizabeth heard Marys greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. It is largely, however, the composition of Luke who writes in imitation of Old Testament birth stories, combining historical and legendary details, literary ornamentation and interpretation of scripture, to answer in advance the question, Who is Jesus Christ? The focus of the narrative, therefore, is primarily christological. Yet the worship of both of these women is such that they are models for all true disciples of our Lord. As I have studied Marys psalm of praise it occurred to me that her theology was like that of her Son, and likewise, that it was very different from that of the scribes and Pharisees. 'No,' she said, 'he is to be called John. What is your spiritual relationship to God? Gods compassion on her has revealed both His power and His holiness (Mighty One, holy is His name, v. 49). 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, We would expect Mary to be taken with the fact that she will have a baby, and that this baby will be the Son of God. And indeed the hand of the Lord was with him. She is a woman who had a good grasp of what God was doing in history and in society. Catholic Public Domain Version . Luke 1:38 And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord: be it done to me according to thy word. Revelation 21 Seems To Be After The Millennium Where It Says There Will Be No Pain Or Tears. 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. get to know the Bible better! 46v And Mary said:*, My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord;w. 48For he has looked upon his handmaids lowliness; behold, from now on will all ages call me blessed.y. 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. Holy is his name. * [1:3637] The sign given to Mary in confirmation of the angels announcement to her is the pregnancy of her aged relative Elizabeth. 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. 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