The bore the added social stigma of having no children. * [1:6879] Like the canticle of Mary (Lk 1:4655) the canticle of Zechariah is only loosely connected with its context. (6) Elizabeths praise suggests that she may have possessed a greater depth of spiritual and scriptural insight than her husband. 45Blessed are you who believed* that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled.u, The Canticle of Mary. 51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. 2:11-21). Peter momentarily forgot that the gospel is inseparably linked with certain social obligations, and thus Paul had to rebuke him (cf. Like mother, like son. Indeed, it would seem that in the case of Elizabeth, if not also Mary, her spirituality surpassed that of her husband. Elizabeths praise surpasses Zachariahs petition for a sign. * [1:5] In the days of Herod, King of Judea: Luke relates the story of salvation history to events in contemporary world 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. 42 She gave a loud cry and said, 'Of all women you are the most blessed, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. No doubt in the minds of some they were being punished by God for some sin. Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (RSVCE), Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition. 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. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall name him John.f 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. Let us bear in mind, however, that Luke has not told us this was the case. Let us ponder them. 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. 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. Luke is well-known for his high regard for women and for the prominence which he gives them in his two accounts. He was gesturing to them but remained mute. The immediate faith and submission of Mary, a simple and very young peasant girl, to the will of God is contrasted with the hesitant request of Zachariah for a sign, a man who was a priest all his many years of life. 44For behold, when the voice of your greeting came to my ears, the babe in my womb leaped for joy. 23Then, when his days of ministry were completed, he went home. (1) Mary is a model disciple in her faith in the word of God, and in her submission to the will of God. 37for nothing will be impossible for God.r There are a number of ways in which the worship of these two women relate to contemporary Christians. She looks at the long range, not the short term. We cannot say for certain, but we can affirm at this moment that all that she said was divinely inspired. All that we see in these few phrases of praise points to the fact that Mary meditated on the word and on the works of God. 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. You shall name him John: the name means Yahweh has shown favor, an indication of Johns role in salvation history. She would have been separated from Joseph, while at the same time being chaperoned by Elizabeth and Zachariah. 11the angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right of the altar of incense. Matthew 23). 13But the angel said to him, Do not be afraid,* Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Our praise tends to focus primarily on what God has done for us. 16 and he will bring back many of the Israelites to the Lord their God. Revelation 21 Seems To Be After The Millennium Where It Says There Will Be No Pain Or Tears. 13 But the angel said to him, 'Zechariah, do not be afraid, for your prayer has been heard. The prophecy of Zachariah, both of Jesus, 76. and of John. 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]. It's easier for you to praise Jesus this Palm Sunday. There is only one way that this can ever happen, and that is by our experiencing a miraculous new birth. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit 42 and exclaimed with a loud cry, 'Blessed are you among . Her whole hymn is inspired by this fact.20. Federal Tax Identification Number: 81-0596847. Luis A. Zazano May 30, 2021. The question which this raises is what is meant by the use of the a past tense. Announcement of the Birth of John. 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. Here is, Neither, Elizabeth, Mary, nor Luke refer to the fetus in Marys womb, while we are specifically told that John leaped in his mothers womb when Elizabeth heard Marys greeting (Luke 1:41). While Elizabeth spoke with a loud voice (1:42), Mary is perhaps more sedate. Luke 1:39-56. 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. 3 Then Satan entered into Judas, surnamed Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve. She did not have any social standing due to her parentage or class, nor even the dignity of Elizabeth and Zacharias age. 40where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. Catholic Online. Luke . 10 And at the hour of incense all the people were outside, praying. When one thinks of the women of the ancient world, our first emotional response is usually pity. Mary, too, was a humble peasant girl. Mary is a model disciple. (2) Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and her words were a divinely inspired utterance. g. [1:15] 7:33; Nm 6:121; Jgs 13:4; 1Sm 1:11 LXX. Bible Study Summary with Questions The Worship of Two Women Disciples. Nevertheless, girls were married young in those days, and it is thus likely true that Mary was quite young. 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). * [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. 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. In His second coming, Messiah will come to set things straight, to bring justice to the earth and judgment to the wicked. he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. He continued as king until his death in 4 B.C. Elizabeths immediate response to Marys arrival might be explained by some previous communication between the two (e.g. James 2:1-13; 5:1-12). gain access to 50+ premium resources to enhance your study of Scripture. We might suspect that the limitations of biblical revelation, compounded by those of the culture, would have made womanhood a curse. Luis A. Zazano May 30, 2021. written by Fr. Mary was not sinless; recognized her need for a Savior. 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. Much, perhaps most, of these things will be fulfilled in the second coming of Messiah, rather than in His first coming. For less than $5/mo. 1 a Now the feast of Unleavened Bread, called the Passover, * was drawing near, 2 b and the chief priests and the scribes were seeking a way to put him to death, for they were afraid of the people. Granted, the worship of these two women is not public, but private. Bridgeway Bible Commentary. Mary seems immediately to respond to the praise of Elizabeth by offering her own praise to God. 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. Study Notes - Luke 1 39-56. Mary has a great breadth of understanding. While Christs coming meant more than saving men from their sins, this was the beginning, the prerequisite for all that He would accomplish. 44 Look, the moment your greeting reached my ears, the child in my womb leapt for joy. Colossians 4:10-11 and 4:14 show that he wasn't Jewish, because he was not included in the group who are of the circumcision. The language of our praise should betray a continual soaking in the Scriptures and meditation on the terms and theology of the Bible. 15for he will be great in the sight of [the] Lord. For less than $5/mo. Copyright 2019 by Zondervan. Our praise tends to be based almost exclusively on our pleasant and pleasurable experiences. Both were humble women of no social or economic standing. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb. 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. [1:49] Dt 10:21; Ps 71:19; 111:9; 126:23. 36And behold, Elizabeth, your relative, has also conceived* a son in her old age, and this is the sixth month for her who was called barren; Far more important to Luke is her virginity, for this is an essential element in the virgin birth. 14 A few Latin MSS read Elizabeth said instead of Mary said, and some commentators (e.g. 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). There were now two witnesses. 33and he will rule over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.p 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. 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. 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). 30Then the angel said to her, Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. I am thus inclined to view this as Lukes way of informing us that some women may very well surpass men spiritually. 56 Mary stayed with her some three months and then went home. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Woe to you who are well-fed now, for you shall be hungry (Luke 6:20-21a; 24-25). Chapter 9 . 43 Why should I be honoured with a visit from the mother of my Lord? Mary visits Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-56) With the time drawing near when Elizabeth would give birth, Mary travelled south to visit her. * [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). Zachariah was told that his prayer (a prayer, I assume, for the coming of Messiah) had been answered, and that he and his wife would have the privilege and pleasure of bearing the son who would prepare the way for Messiahs appearance (vv. 1 Seeing that many others have undertaken to draw up accounts of the events that have reached their fulfilment among us. 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). One cannot read the Magnificat of Mary without realizing that she has drawn deeply from the terminology and the theology of the Old Testament. 59 Now it happened that on the eighth day they came to circumcise the child; they were going to call him Zechariah after his father, 60 but his mother spoke up. 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. 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. Marys Magnificat focuses on much more than just her own blessing in the bearing of Messiah. 50 His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation. 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). Daily Bible Readings, Podcast Audio and Videos and Prayers brought to you by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. 21 Charles H. Talbert, Reading Luke: A Literary and Theological Commentary on the Third Gospel (New York: Crossroad Publishing Company, 1982), p. 22. * [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). 62So they made signs, asking his father what he wished him to be called. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! 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. If Mary had any such reservations, how quickly they were dispelled! Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Luke 1:39-56. 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. The Lord is with you.'. It is so strong that some are tempted to view Elizabeth as the composer of the Magnificat, and not Mary. (3) In verse 50 Marys praise broadens, viewing Gods grace to her as a reflection of His gracious purposes for His chosen people, Israel. holy is his name. It is a happy thing when those who are joined to each other in marriage are both joined to the Lord; and it is especially requisite that the priests, the Lord's ministers, should with their yoke-fellows be righteous before God, that they may be examples to the flock, and rejoice their hearts. Mary may have wondered how Elizabeth would respond to the news she had to share. Gabriel had informed Zacharias that the child would be filled with the Holy Spirit while yet in his mothers womb (Luke 1:15). 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). 27to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgins name was Mary.l n. [1:31] Gn 16:11; Jgs 13:3; Is 7:14; Mt 1:2123. Nevertheless she assumes throughout that He has indeed been promised her. Not so with Mary. To press the matter of Marys obedience even further, Mary was not only obedient to the imperatives of Gods word, but also to the inferences of His word. The men assumed the leadership roles, especially in spiritual matters. First, our text has much to teach us on the subject of women, their spirituality, and their worship. Some may question how a simple peasant-girl may have such a grasp of the Old Testament. Many have observed the similarities of this Magnificat of Mary to the hymn of praise of Hanna in 1 Samuel chapter 2. 56Mary remained with her about three months and then returned to her home. 45 Yes, blessed is she who believed that the promise made her by the Lord would be fulfilled. (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.. 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. Mary is not a model for disciples in being the mother of Messiah. It is my opinion that the town in which Elizabeth and her husband lived was merely a village, too. She must have been very devastated upon seeing Jesus died but she understood the truth. The Birth of John. 9 when it fell to him by lot, as the priestly custom was, to enter the Lord's sanctuary and burn incense there. 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. * He will be filled with the holy Spirit even from his mothers womb,g Luke 1:39-56 - Scripture (NRSV Bible) Mary Visits Elizabeth 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. 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). a city of Juda.--The description is too vague to be identified with any certainty. 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). Physical relationship to Christ is not nearly so important as ones spiritual relationship. 75 to serve him in holiness and uprightness in his presence, all our days. 63He asked for a tablet and wrote, John is his name, and all were amazed. 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. 49 for the Almighty has done great things for me. When you ponder the specific results of Messiahs incarnation as outlined in Marys Magnificat they have to do with what we know of as Christs second coming, more than with His first coming. 74 that he would grant us, free from fear, to be delivered from the hands of our enemies. Luke 1:39-56 . The hungry will be fed and the well-fed will be hungry. What is your spiritual relationship to 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 . 80 Meanwhile the child grew up and his spirit grew strong. Even the church has made its concessions to the womens liberation movement. (N)52He has brought down rulers from their thronesbut has lifted up the humble. Copyright 2019-2023 USCCB, please review our Privacy Policy. 67. That which she speaks far surpasses what we are told Gabriel said to Zacharias. This is a very poorly supported theory, and one which can be rather quickly set aside. There is a principle at work here in the first two chapters of Luke which can be found elsewhere in the Bible. Verses 39-56. (5) Mary is a model disciple in her grasp of the purposes and promises of God. (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.. And the angel departed from her. 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. Luke 1:40 And she entered into the house of Zachary and saluted Elizabeth. I must confess to you that I often become overly absorbed in what isnt said, rather than to concentrate on what is reported. Catholic Online. Announcement of the Birth of Jesus. Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. The poor will be helped, but the rich will be sent away (v. 53). Mary also understood the purposes of God as a plan which He had been carrying out throughout Israels history. Luke 1:56 Catholic Bible We are studying Luke 1:39-56 for Sunday, December 22. 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. This principle may be stated in this way: A MIRACULOUS PERSON BEGINS WITH A MIRACULOUS BIRTH. There is no mention as to whether or not Mary was pregnant when she first arrived at the home of Elizabeth and Zachariah. 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. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. 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. It is my opinion is that Mary became pregnant during the time she way staying with Elizabeth and Zachariah. 52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. 21 Meanwhile the people were waiting for Zechariah and were surprised that he stayed in the sanctuary so long. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! 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. . 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. 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. Thank you. they wondered. 52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones. (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. 6 Both were upright in the sight of God and impeccably carried out all the commandments and observances of the Lord. Elizabeth also readily acknowledged the superior blessing bestowed on Mary, and rejoiced in it. 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. 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. While we are not specifically told that Mary was filled with the Holy Spirit when she spoke these words, we may surely assume so. 39-56) by informing us that Mary returned home after three months (v. 56). 51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and . This is not the way men are saved, however. How many Apostles were there? Our Lord was careful to show that being obedient to Gods will and His word were more important than being humanly related to Him: And a multitude was sitting around Him, and they said to Him, Behold, Your mother and Your brothers are outside looking for You. And answering them, He said, Who are My mother and My brothers? And looking about on those who were sitting around Him, He said, Behold, My mother and My brothers! For whoever does the will of God, he is My brother and sister and mother (Mark 3:31-35; cf. 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 . As we conclude, let me suggest some specific applications of our text. 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. 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. We're not salespeople, but we depend on donations averaging $14.76 and fewer than 1% of readers give. If you are one of our rare donors, you have our gratitude and we warmly thank you. John will go before the Lord (Lk 1:1617); Jesus will be Lord (Lk 1:43; 2:11). 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. The Conspiracy Against Jesus. 40 She went into Zechariah's house and greeted Elizabeth. 43But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord(D) should come to me? Luke - Chapter 1. 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. 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. 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, 66 All those who heard of it treasured it in their hearts. 39. 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. Romans chapter 7). 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