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While this is true, this must be kept in its proper perspective. While Christs coming meant more than saving men from their sins, this was the beginning, the prerequisite for all that He would accomplish. The women seemed only fit for fixing meals and bearing children. All rights reserved worldwide. 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). 13But the angel said to him, Do not be afraid,* Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. She looks backward, to the covenants which God has made with Abraham and with His people in the Old Testament. 24-25). * [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). (39) The hill country . 6 Both were upright in the sight of God and impeccably carried out all the commandments and observances of the Lord. 1. Six months later, Gabriel appeared to Mary, indicating to her that she would be the mother of Israels Messiah. 49 for the Almighty has done great things for me. The Conspiracy Against Jesus. The prophecy of Elisabeth and of Mary, concerning Jesus. (K)50His mercy extends to those who fear him,from generation to generation. That which she speaks far surpasses what we are told Gabriel said to Zacharias. 26In the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth, It's a little awkward to ask, but we need your help. We cannot say for certain, but we can affirm at this moment that all that she said was divinely inspired. We might suspect that the limitations of biblical revelation, compounded by those of the culture, would have made womanhood a curse. Indeed, she does not focus on the child, per se, but on the results of the coming of Messiah. 40where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. * And so, too, will the greatness of Messiah and His ministry surpass that of John the Baptist, the forerunner of Messiah. Your Catholic Voice Foundation has been granted a recognition of tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. 39During those days Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, (6) Elizabeths praise suggests that she may have possessed a greater depth of spiritual and scriptural insight than her husband. * [1:3637] The sign given to Mary in confirmation of the angels announcement to her is the pregnancy of her aged relative Elizabeth. 32 He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High. 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. 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. 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 . There is a principle at work here in the first two chapters of Luke which can be found elsewhere in the Bible. (:46-47) State of Rejoicing in God. (1) Mary is a model disciple in her faith in the word of God, and in her submission to the will of God. 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. . Our praise tends to focus primarily on what God has done for us. Overview Of The Gospels. Luis A. Zazano May 30, 2021. but has lifted up the humble. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb. 26 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth. If you donate just $5.00, the price of your coffee, Catholic Online School could keep thriving. Zacharias faith wavered, and he consequently asked for some sign, some proof that the promise of the angel would be fulfilled. He stated that he had investigated "everything from the beginning" and was editing the material into . 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. 43But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord(D) should come to me? It's easier for you to praise Jesus this Palm Sunday. 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. 12Zechariah was troubled by what he saw, and fear came upon him. They strained the gnats but they swallowed the camels. 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. It is not at all surprising to find that the births of both John and Jesus are miraculous, for the lives of both are miraculous. Catholic Public Domain Version . Let us ponder them. The account presents parallel scenes (diptychs) of angelic announcements of the birth of John the Baptist and of Jesus, and of the birth, circumcision, and presentation of John and Jesus. In this, Luke agrees with the Marcan parallel (Mk 3:31-35), although by omitting Mk 3:33 and especially Mk 3:20-21 Luke has softened the Marcan picture of Jesus' natural family. Q. 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.. 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. 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. Luke 1:65 And fear came upon all their neighbours: and all these things were noised abroad over all the hill country of Judea. 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. Gabriel had informed Zacharias that the child would be filled with the Holy Spirit while yet in his mothers womb (Luke 1:15). 44As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. 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. 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. While there is some truth in the rather dismal picture which I have portrayed, it is not utterly so. Show the volunteers who bring you reliable, Catholic information that their work matters. Luke 1:38 And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord: be it done to me according to thy word. . 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. Catholic Online. h. [1:17] Sir 48:10; Mal 3:1; 3:2324; Mt 11:14; 17:1113. If Mary had any such reservations, how quickly they were dispelled! Mary also understood the purposes of God as a plan which He had been carrying out throughout Israels history. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb. These include the following: Whether or not Mary was yet pregnant. While this may not refer only to the saving work which Messiah will come to accomplish, surely it includes it. Mary understood the great themes of the Old Testament, such as Gods mercy and compassion, Gods concern for the poor and the helpless. Bible Study Summary with Questions The Worship of Two Women Disciples. 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. There is no provincialism to be found in her praise. In verse 48 her blessedness is viewed as the result of Gods grace. (4) Mary is a model disciple in grasp of the social implications of the gospel. Matt. ', 61 They said to her, 'But no one in your family has that name,'. I was sent to speak to you and to announce to you this good news.i First, our text has much to teach us on the subject of women, their spirituality, and their worship. For less than $5/mo. 4 so that your Excellency may learn how well founded the teaching is that you have received. * [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. . 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. Elizabeths words far surpass the revelation which we are told Gabriel gave to Zacharias. How gracious God is in what He does not tell us, as well in what He does. These were the themes of the Old Testament prophets. * [1:43] Even before his birth, Jesus is identified in Luke as the Lord. If there is any one concept which captures the spirit and the essence of Gods dealings with men it is the concept of grace. I must confess to you that I often become overly absorbed in what isnt said, rather than to concentrate on what is reported. 43But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord(D) should come to me? And the angel left her. The fact that the worship of these women was more restricted than that of men is no hindrance to their spiritual growth and development. 22 When he came out he could not speak to them, and they realised that he had seen a vision in the sanctuary. Woe to you who are well-fed now, for you shall be hungry (Luke 6:20-21a; 24-25). He will be called John.i You shall name him John: the name means Yahweh has shown favor, an indication of Johns role in salvation history. This includes the immediate goal of redemption and salvation, but it especially includes the setting right of those things which are unjust and evil. Mary was not sinless; recognized her need for a Savior. 66 All those who heard of it treasured it in their hearts. 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. 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. 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. It is my personal opinion, however, that she is no just a mere mouthpiece for the Holy Spirit, who has had no knowledge of what God was doing. 56Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. Revelation 21 Seems To Be After The Millennium Where It Says There Will Be No Pain Or Tears. She looks forward to the ultimate righteousness which will be established when Messiah reigns on the throne of David. Mary has a great breadth of understanding. In short, Mary is the focus, not Elizabeth. 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 Wonder Of Christmas. 29But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. 56 Mary stayed with her some three months and then went home. (N)52He has brought down rulers from their thronesbut has lifted up the humble. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and . 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. In this parallelism, the ascendency of Jesus over John is stressed: John is prophet of the Most High (Lk 1:76); Jesus is Son of the Most High (Lk 1:32). 4 He approached the chief priests and the . 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]. 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