Catholic Online is a Project of Your Catholic Voice Foundation, a Not-for-Profit Corporation. 43And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord* should come to me? Show the volunteers who bring you reliable, Catholic information that their work matters. 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. The poor will be helped, but the rich will be sent away (v. 53). 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour; 48 because he has looked upon the humiliation of his servant. Bible. (39) The hill country . Announcement of the Birth of Jesus. The two women are Elizabeth, the soon-to-be mother of John the Baptist, and Mary, the mother-to-be of Messiah, were truly great and godly women. 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. gain access to 50+ premium resources to enhance your study of Scripture. 38 "I am the Lord's servant," Mary answered. 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). While Christs coming meant more than saving men from their sins, this was the beginning, the prerequisite for all that He would accomplish. (6) Mary is a model disciple in her evident reflection and meditation on the things of God. The prophecy of Zachariah, both of Jesus, 76. and of John. Women seemed only fit for fixing meals and bearing children. In both cases, the praise of God spoken before others was done in such a way as to edify and encourage those who heard. While Elizabeth spoke with a loud voice (1:42), Mary is perhaps more sedate. Even the church has made its concessions to the womens liberation movement. 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. 27 to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the House of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. 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). (L)51He has performed mighty deeds with his arm;(M)he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. writing to tell Elizabeth that she was coming and what the angel Gabriel had told her regarding her becoming the mother of Messiah). (8) Marys theology, as reflected in her Magnificat is vastly superior to that of the scribes and Pharisees, who would become the arch enemies of our Lord. She is a woman who had a good grasp of what God was doing in history and in society. The loose connection between the hymn and the context is further seen in the fact that a few Old Latin manuscripts identify the speaker of the hymn as Elizabeth, even though the overwhelming textual evidence makes Mary the speaker. 1 The whole assembly then rose, and they brought him before Pilate. 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. Your wife Elizabeth is to bear you a son and you shall name him John. Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. 26 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and exclaimed with a loud cry, 'Blessed are you among . 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leaped in her womb. 41When Elizabeth heard Marys greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. 4. We might suspect that the limitations of biblical revelation, compounded by those of the culture, would have made womanhood a curse. Making use of a formal, literary construction and vocabulary, the author writes the prologue in imitation of Hellenistic Greek writers and, in so doing, relates his story about Jesus to contemporaneous Greek and Roman literature. Elizabeths praise surpasses Zachariahs petition for a sign. Some thoughts on today's scripture. 'What will this child turn out to be?' 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. Study Notes - Luke 1 39-56. 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. Most people donate because Catholic Online is useful. 32 He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High. 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. 'No,' she said, 'he is to be called John. 72 and show faithful love to our ancestors, and so keep in mind his holy covenant. 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. This would serve as further testimony to the divine origin of the Christ-child. 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) Mary is a model disciple in the depth of her familiarity with the word of God. 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. 7But they had no child,* because Elizabeth was barren and both were advanced in years.d 65Then fear came upon all their neighbors, and all these matters were discussed throughout the hill country of Judea. The births of Abraham (Genesis 12-21), Samuel (1 Samuel 1 & 2), and Samson (Judges 13), are examples of such miraculous births. We but need to believe and to accept Gods work, but we must leave the working to Him, and not to ourselves. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and . Modern society, as we know, has been liberated from the archaic, chauvinism of the ancient world. After the announcement is made (Lk 1:1417, 3133) the parent objects (Lk 1:18, 34) and a sign is given to confirm the announcement (Lk 1:20, 36). 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. 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. 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. She looks forward to the ultimate righteousness which will be established when Messiah reigns on the throne of David. From now on all generations will call me blessed. 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 . 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. 25So has the Lord done for me at a time when he has seen fit to take away my disgrace before others.k. John spoke as it were by leaping in the womb (1:41), while Elizabeth seems almost to speak for John. ', 61 They said to her, 'But no one in your family has that name,'. * [1:13] Do not be afraid: a stereotyped Old Testament phrase spoken to reassure the recipient of a heavenly vision (Gn 15:1; Jos 1:9; Dn 10:12, 19 and elsewhere in Lk 1:30; 2:10). She looks at the long range, not the short term. 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. [1:48] 11:27; 1Sm 1:11; 2Sm 16:12; 2Kgs 14:26; Ps 113:7. z. There is a also distinct parallel with the praise of Hannah in 1 Samuel chapter 2. Composition Narrative. Get the app {{#signedIn}} . In His second coming, Messiah will come to set things straight, to bring justice to the earth and judgment to the wicked. Now as soon as Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. Father Luis, as we affectionately know him, is a Catholic Diocesan Priest, from Tucuman, Argentina . 29But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. In particular, instead of praising God for His mercy and compassion, as the psalmists and Mary do, Jonah protests against the grace and mercy of God in the final chapter of the book. 24After this time his wife Elizabeth conceived, and she went into seclusion for five months, saying, Salvation is Gods miraculous work in us, producing new life. With these things already known (albeit by the Holy Spirits illumination of the Scriptures), the Spirit of God informed Elizabeth, perhaps at that very moment, that Mary was the one through whom Messiah would be born. 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. 1 The feast of Unleavened Bread, called the Passover, was now drawing near, 2 and the chief priests and the scribes were looking for some way of doing away with him, because they were afraid of the people. 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. For I am an old man, and my wife is advanced in years. Mary set out in those days and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, . Mary seems immediately to respond to the praise of Elizabeth by offering her own praise to God. a city of Juda.--The description is too vague to be identified with any certainty. 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 even encouraged his disciples to leave him and to follow Christ (John 1:35-37). 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.. 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.. 2just as those who were eyewitnesses from the beginning and ministers of the word have handed them down to us,b 2. For less than $5/mo. 77 to give his people knowledge of salvation through the forgiveness of their sins. This is not so. 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. (N)52He has brought down rulers from their thronesbut has lifted up the humble. Like mother, like son. 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. I am an old man and my wife is getting on in years.'. 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. (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. 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. 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). Therefore the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God.q (7) Mary focused more on the results of Christs second coming than she did the first. 76And you, child, will be called prophet of the Most High, for you will go before the Lord* to prepare his ways,r, 77to give his people knowledge of salvation, 78because of the tender mercy of our Gods, by which the daybreak from on high* will visit ust. 33and he will rule over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.p You shall name him John: the name means Yahweh has shown favor, an indication of Johns role in salvation history. Salvation does not result from our efforts, which God miraculously blesses. they wondered. 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. These things are still future for us, as they were for Mary, for they will be accomplished at the second coming of our Lord. 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