'What will this child turn out to be?' Our praise, like that of Elizabeth and Mary, should not only seek to exalt God, but also to edify those who may hear it. We can see that the verbs in these verses are past perfect. Regardless, these are some of the most beautiful words in all the word of God. 45 Yes, blessed is she who believed that the promise made her by the Lord would be fulfilled. . 9according to the practice of the priestly service, he was chosen by lot to enter the sanctuary of the Lord to burn incense.e 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. 55 -according to the promise he made to our ancestors -- of his mercy to Abraham and to his descendants for ever. 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). 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. 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. Announcement of the Birth of John. 11the angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right of the altar of incense. 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. 64Immediately his mouth was opened, his tongue freed, and he spoke blessing God.j Six months later, Gabriel appeared to Mary, indicating to her that she would be the mother of Israels Messiah. Catholic Online is a Project of Your Catholic Voice Foundation, a Not-for-Profit Corporation. We must first very candidly admit that we are not told how Elizabeth learned what she affirmed by divine inspiration. 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). 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. Elizabeths immediate response to Marys arrival might be explained by some previous communication between the two (e.g. Even the church has made its concessions to the womens liberation movement. * [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). 4 He approached the chief priests and the . 24-25). She may even have wondered whether or not to tell of her visit by the angel Gabriel. Mary viewed all of Gods dealings in the light of His grace; the religious leaders only thought in terms of human works. 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. How gracious God is in what He does not tell us, as well in what He does. Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. The degree to which women were degraded was that to which their husbands and their culture stooped. Catholic Online. Luke ends this section (vv. No doubt in the minds of some they were being punished by God for some sin. It's a little awkward to ask, but we need your help. Thus, James has some very strong words on the subject of discriminating against the poor and showing partiality to the rich (cf. . CHAPTER 22. All rights reserved. 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. 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. ', 61 They said to her, 'But no one in your family has that name,'. 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. 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. 37for nothing will be impossible for God.r d. [1:7] Gn 18:11; Jgs 13:25; 1Sm 1:56. (B) 42In a loud voice she exclaimed: Blessed are you among women,(C) and blessed is the child you will bear! Luke 1:39-45. (K)50His mercy extends to those who fear him,from generation to generation. Hi readers, it seems you use Catholic Online a lot; that's great! The prophecy of Zachariah, both of Jesus, 76. and of John. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. John spoke as it were by leaping in the womb (1:41), while Elizabeth seems almost to speak for John. John will go before the Lord (Lk 1:1617); Jesus will be Lord (Lk 1:43; 2:11). The language of our praise should betray a continual soaking in the Scriptures and meditation on the terms and theology of the Bible. It is my opinion is that Mary became pregnant during the time she way staying with Elizabeth and Zachariah. 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. He continued as king until his death in 4 B.C. There is no provincialism to be found in her praise. We know now that this includes both His first and His second comings. Much, perhaps most, of these things will be fulfilled in the second coming of Messiah, rather than in His first coming. 32-33). 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. 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. She did not have any social standing due to her parentage or class, nor even the dignity of Elizabeth and Zacharias age. 43And why is this granted me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? 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. While me cannot say that every miraculous life began with a miraculous birth, I think it is safe to say that every miraculous birth resulted in a miraculous life and ministry. 54 He has come to the help of Israel his servant, mindful of his faithful love. 1 Seeing that many others have undertaken to draw up accounts of the events that have reached their fulfilment among us. [1:51] Ps 89:10; 118:15; Jer 32:17 (39:17 LXX). 44For behold, when the voice of your greeting came to my ears, the babe in my womb leaped for joy. From now on all generations will call me blessed. There is no mention in this account of how Messiah will come to earth. 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. * [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. 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. 17He will go before him in the spirit and power of Elijah* to turn the hearts of fathers toward children and the disobedient to the understanding of the righteous, to prepare a people fit for the Lord.h Thus Mary quickly prepared and left to visit her relative living in an unnamed village17 in the hill country of Judah (v. 39). Luke 1:40 And she entered into the house of Zachary and saluted Elizabeth. 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. 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. 12:46-50; Luke 8:19-21). 67 His father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke this prophecy: 68 Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, for he has visited his people, he has set them free. 6 Both were upright in the sight of God and impeccably carried out all the commandments and observances of the Lord. 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. There is only one way that this can ever happen, and that is by our experiencing a miraculous new birth. 23 When his time of service came to an end he returned home. (4) Elizabeths words served primarily as an encouragement to Mary. 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 will drink neither wine nor strong drink. Creed) accept this. (5) Marys praise serves as an encouragement to Elizabeth, just as Elizabeths praise was an encouragement to her. All rights reserved worldwide. (5) Elizabeth praises God for much more than those things that Zachariah was told. 62 and made signs to his father to find out what he wanted him called. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leaped in her womb. 39At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea,(A) 40where she entered Zechariahs home and greeted Elizabeth. The Wonder Of Christmas. 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 Christs coming meant more than saving men from their sins, this was the beginning, the prerequisite for all that He would accomplish. 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. 51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. 40 She went into Zechariah's house and greeted Elizabeth. I believe that Charles Talbert is correct in viewing Mary as a model disciple.21 Let us consider some of the ways in which Mary provides us with a model of discipleship. 44 Look, the moment your greeting reached my ears, the child in my womb leapt for joy. Instead, we must focus on the things which Luke has included, for these point to the thrust of his argument. Elizabeth was the wife of an obscure priest. . 13-17). These include the following: Whether or not Mary was yet pregnant. She rejoices in God, who is her Savior (v. 47). * [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. Daily Readings with Questions for Reflection, RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. 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. 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. 43But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord(D) should come to me? Marys praise was addressed to God, but in adoring God she also encouraged and edified Elizabeth, just as Elizabeths praise encouraged her. Before we begin to deal with our text, there are some introductory comments which may prove to be helpful. 2:11-21). 28 He went in and said to her, 'Rejoice, you who enjoy God's favor! 39During those days Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, 22But when he came out, he was unable to speak to them, and they realized that he had seen a vision in the sanctuary. 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. Mary is not a model for disciples in being the mother of Messiah. 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. Your Catholic Voice Foundation has been granted a recognition of tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Her whole hymn is inspired by this fact.20. Start for FREE. 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). * [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. 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, 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. 4so that you may realize the certainty of the teachings you have received. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! (3) Mary is a model disciple in her grasp of the grace of God, and in her gratitude toward God for bestowing grace on her. 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. Mary understood that Israels hope was rooted in the Abrahamic Covenant, not in the Mosaic. ii. Luke 1:39-56 Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition Mary Visits Elizabeth (39) The hill country . 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]. 8 Now it happened that it was the turn of his section to serve, and he was exercising his priestly office before God. 43And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord* should come to me? 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. 4. 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. (1) Elizabeth seems to praise Mary before Mary has had any opportunity to explain anything to her. h. [1:17] Sir 48:10; Mal 3:1; 3:2324; Mt 11:14; 17:1113. 51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. Any unauthorized use, without prior written consent of Catholic Online is strictly forbidden and prohibited. Gabriel had informed Zacharias that the child would be filled with the Holy Spirit while yet in his mothers womb (Luke 1:15). 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. 41When Elizabeth heard Marys greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. We learn from the other gospel accounts that John was quick to acknowledge and proclaim the superiority of Christ (John 1:19-28), and thus to accept his secondary role as forerunner to the Messiah. "And Mary said: 'My soul exalts the Lord, 47 And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.'". 12 The sight disturbed Zechariah and he was overcome with fear. Indeed, she does not focus on the child, per se, but on the results of the coming of Messiah. 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. ', 46 And Mary said: My soul proclaims the greatness 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. 30 but the angel said to her, 'Mary, do not be afraid; you have won God's favour. * [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). Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. And the angel departed from her. Nevertheless, girls were married young in those days, and it is thus likely true that Mary was quite young. 28And coming to her, he said, Hail, favored one! 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. 52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones. Mary did not mention the Law of Moses, the Mosaic Covenant, but only Gods promise to Abraham, the Abrahamic Covenant. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and . 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 18Then Zechariah said to the angel, How shall I know this? * [1:14] The Gospel according to Luke is the only one of the synoptic gospels to begin with a literary prologue. 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. If Mary had any such reservations, how quickly they were dispelled! 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. 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. 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 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. How shallow our prayers and praise seem when compared with that of these two godly women. Luis A. Zazano May 30, 2021. (N)52He has brought down rulers from their thronesbut has lifted up the humble. THE PASSION OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST ACCORDING TO LUKE [22:14-23:56] The people may sit for the first part of the . To all our readers, Please don't scroll past this. 44As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. 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