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Luke 1

1 Forasmuch as many have taken in hand to draw up a narrative concerning those matters which have been fulfilled among us,

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 1:1 · 1 Timothy 3:16 · 2 Timothy 4:17 · 2 Peter 1:16
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Forasmuch G1895 (ἐπειδήπερ) — since indeed (of cause)
  • as many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • have taken in hand G2021 (ἐπιχειρέω) — to put the hand upon, i.e. undertake
  • to set forth in order G392 (ἀνατάσσομαι) — to arrange
  • a declaration G1335 (διήγεσις) — a recital
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • those things G4229 (πρᾶγμα) — a deed; by implication, an affair; by extension, an object (material)
  • which are most surely believed G4135 (πληροφορέω) — to carry out fully (in evidence), i.e. completely assure (or convince), entirely accomplish
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)

2 even as they delivered them unto us, who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Even as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • they delivered G3860 (παραδίδωμι) — to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit
  • unto us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the beginning G746 (ἀρχή) — (properly abstract) a commencement, or (concretely) chief (in various applications of order, time, place, or rank)
  • were G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • eyewitnesses G845 (αὐτόπτης) — self-seeing, i.e. an eye-witness
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ministers G5257 (ὑπηρέτης) — an under-oarsman, i.e. (generally) subordinate (assistant, sexton, constable)
  • of the word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…

3 it seemed good to me also, having traced the course of all things accurately from the first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • It seemed good G1380 (δοκέω) — compare the base of ) of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or uncertainly)
  • to me also G2504 (κἀγώ) — so also the dative case , and accusative case and (or also, even, etc.) I, (to) me
  • having had G3877 (παρακολουθέω) — to follow near, i.e. (figuratively) attend (as a result), trace out, conform to
  • perfect G199 (ἀκριβῶς) — exactly
  • understanding G3877 (παρακολουθέω) — to follow near, i.e. (figuratively) attend (as a result), trace out, conform to
  • of all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • from the very first G509 (ἄνωθεν) — from above; by analogy, from the first; by implication, anew
  • to write G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • unto thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • in order G2517 (καθεξῆς) — thereafter, i.e. consecutively; as a noun (by ellipsis of noun) a subsequent person or time
  • most excellent G2903 (κράτιστος) — strongest, i.e. (in dignity) very honorable
  • Theophilus G2321 (Θεόφιλος) — friend of God; Theophilus, a Christian

4 that thou mightest know the certainty concerning the things wherein thou wast instructed.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • That G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • thou mightest know G1921 (ἐπιγινώσκω) — to know upon some mark, i.e. recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge
  • the certainty G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the certainty G803 (ἀσφάλεια) — security (literally or figuratively)
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • those things G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • wherein G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • thou hast been instructed G2727 (κατηχέω) — to sound down into the ears, i.e. (by implication) to indoctrinate ("catechize") or (genitive case) to apprise of

5 There was in the days of Herod, king of Judæa, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abijah: and he had a wife of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • There was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • of Herod G2264 (Ἡρώδης) — heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings
  • the king G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the king G935 (βασιλεύς) — a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)
  • of Judæa G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Judæa G2449 (Ἰουδαία) — the Judæan land (i.e. Judæa), a region of Palestine
  • a certain G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • priest G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)
  • named G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Zacharias G2197 (Ζαχαρίας) — Zacharias (i.e. Zechariah), the name of two Israelites
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the course G2183 (ἐφημερία) — diurnality, i.e. (specially) the quotidian rotation or class of the Jewish priests' service at the Temple, as distributed by families
  • of Abia G7 (Ἀβιά) — Abijah, the name of two Israelites
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • the daughters G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the daughters G2364 (θυγάτηρ) — a female child, or (by Hebraism) descendant (or inhabitant)
  • of Aaron G2 (Ἀαρών) — Aaron, the brother of Moses
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Elisabeth G1665 (Ἐλισάβετ) — Elisabet, an Israelitess

6 And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • both G297 (ἀμφότερος) — (in plural) both
  • righteous G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
  • before G1799 (ἐνώπιον) — in the face of (literally or figuratively)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • walking G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the commandments G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the commandments G1785 (ἐντολή) — injunction, i.e. an authoritative prescription
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ordinances G1345 (δικαίωμα) — an equitable deed; by implication, a statute or decision
  • of the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • blameless G273 (ἄμεμπτος) — irreproachable

7 And they had no child, because that Elisabeth was barren, and they both were now well stricken in years.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • had G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • child G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
  • because that G2530 (καθότι) — and and ; according to which certain thing, i.e. as far (or inasmuch) as
  • Elisabeth G1665 (Ἐλισάβετ) — Elisabet, an Israelitess
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • barren G4723 (στείρος) — "sterile"
  • both G297 (ἀμφότερος) — (in plural) both
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • well stricken G4260 (προβαίνω) — to walk forward, i.e. advance (literally, or in years)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • years G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • years G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…

8 Now it came to pass, while he executed the priest’s office before God in the order of his course,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • that while G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • executed the priest’s office G2407 (ἱερατεύω) — to be a priest, i.e. perform his functions
  • before G1725 (ἔναντι) — in front (i.e. figuratively, presence) of
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the order G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the order G5010 (τάξις) — regular arrangement, i.e. (in time) fixed succession (of rank or character), official dignity
  • of his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • course G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • course G2183 (ἐφημερία) — diurnality, i.e. (specially) the quotidian rotation or class of the Jewish priests' service at the Temple, as distributed by families

9 according to the custom of the priest’s office, his lot was to enter into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • According to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the custom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the custom G1485 (ἔθος) — a usage (prescribed by habit or law)
  • of the priest’s office G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the priest’s office G2405 (ἱερατεία) — priestliness, i.e. the sacerdotal function
  • his lot was G2975 (λαγχάνω) — to lot, i.e. determine (by implication, receive) especially by lot
  • to burn incense G2370 (θυμιάω) — to fumigate, i.e. offer aromatic fumes
  • when he went G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the temple G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the temple G3485 (ναός) — a fane, shrine, temple
  • of the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

10 And the whole multitude of the people were praying without at the hour of incense.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Leviticus 16:17 · Hebrews 4:14 · Hebrews 9:24 · Revelation 8:3
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the whole G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • multitude G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • multitude G4128 (πλῆθος) — a fulness, i.e. a large number, throng, populace
  • of the people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • praying G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
  • without G1854 (ἔξω) — out(-side, of doors), literally or figuratively
  • at the time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • at the time G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • of incense G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of incense G2368 (θυμίαμα) — an aroma, i.e. fragrant powder burnt in religious service; by implication, the burning itself

11 And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • there appeared G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • an angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • standing G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • on G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the right side G1188 (δεξιός) — the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes)
  • of the altar G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the altar G2379 (θυσιαστήριον) — a place of sacrifice, i.e. an altar (special or genitive case, literal or figurative)
  • of incense G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of incense G2368 (θυμίαμα) — an aroma, i.e. fragrant powder burnt in religious service; by implication, the burning itself

12 And Zacharias was troubled when he saw him, and fear fell upon him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • Zacharias G2197 (Ζαχαρίας) — Zacharias (i.e. Zechariah), the name of two Israelites
  • saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • he was troubled G5015 (ταράσσω) — to stir or agitate (roil water)
  • fear G5401 (φόβος) — alarm or fright
  • fell G1968 (ἐπιπίπτω) — to embrace (with affection) or seize (with more or less violence; literally or figuratively)
  • upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

13 But the angel said unto him, Fear not, Zacharias: because thy supplication is heard, and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Fear G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • Zacharias G2197 (Ζαχαρίας) — Zacharias (i.e. Zechariah), the name of two Israelites
  • for G1360 (διότι) — on the very account that, or inasmuch as
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • prayer G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • prayer G1162 (δέησις) — a petition
  • is heard G1522 (εἰσακούω) — to listen to
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • Elisabeth G1665 (Ἐλισάβετ) — Elisabet, an Israelitess
  • shall bear G1080 (γεννάω) — to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • a son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • thou shalt call G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • John G2491 (Ἰωάννης) — Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites

14 And thou shalt have joy and gladness; and many shall rejoice at his birth.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • shalt have G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • joy G5479 (χαρά) — cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight
  • gladness G20 (ἀγαλλίασις) — exultation; specially, welcome
  • many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • shall rejoice G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well
  • at G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • birth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • birth G1083 (γέννησις) — nativity

15 For he shall be great in the sight of the Lord, and he shall drink no wine nor strong drink; and he shall be filled with the Holy Spirit, even from his mother’s womb.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • he shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • great G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • in the sight of G1799 (ἐνώπιον) — in the face of (literally or figuratively)
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • shall drink G4095 (πίνω) — to imbibe (literally or figuratively)
  • neither G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • wine G3631 (οἶνος) — "wine" (literally or figuratively)
  • nor G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • strong drink G4608 (σίκερα) — an intoxicant, i.e. intensely fermented liquor
  • he shall be filled G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • with G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • the Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • Ghost G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • even G2089 (ἔτι) — "yet," still (of time or degree)
  • from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mother’s G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • womb G2836 (κοιλία) — a cavity, i.e. (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart
  • G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether

16 And many of the children of Israel shall he turn unto the Lord their God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • of the children G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the children G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
  • shall he turn G1994 (ἐπιστρέφω) — to revert (literally, figuratively or morally)
  • to G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

17 And he shall go before his face in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to walk in the wisdom of the just; to make ready for the Lord a people prepared for him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • shall go G4281 (προέρχομαι) — to go onward, precede (in place or time)
  • before G1799 (ἐνώπιον) — in the face of (literally or figuratively)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • power G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
  • of Elijah G2243 (Ἡλίας) — Helias (i.e. Elijah), an Israelite
  • to turn G1994 (ἐπιστρέφω) — to revert (literally, figuratively or morally)
  • the hearts G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • of the fathers G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • to G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
  • the disobedient G545 (ἀπειθής) — unpersuadable, i.e. contumacious
  • to G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the wisdom G5428 (φρόνησις) — mental action or activity, i.e. intellectual or moral insight
  • of the just G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
  • to make ready G2090 (ἑτοιμάζω) — to prepare
  • a people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • prepared G2680 (κατασκευάζω) — to prepare thoroughly (properly, by external equipment; whereas refers rather to internal fitness); by implication, to construct, create
  • for the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

18 And Zacharias said unto the angel, Whereby shall I know this? for I am an old man, and my wife well stricken in years.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Zacharias G2197 (Ζαχαρίας) — Zacharias (i.e. Zechariah), the name of two Israelites
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • Whereby G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • shall I know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • an old man G4246 (πρεσβύτης) — an old man
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • well stricken G4260 (προβαίνω) — to walk forward, i.e. advance (literally, or in years)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • years G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • years G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…

19 And the angel answering said unto him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God; and I was sent to speak unto thee, and to bring thee these good tidings.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Daniel 8:16 · Daniel 9:21 · Matthew 18:10 · Luke 1:26 · Luke 2:10 · Hebrews 4:14
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • answering G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Gabriel G1043 (Γαβριήλ) — Gabriel, an archangel
  • that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • stand G3936 (παρίστημι) — to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit, proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or (intransitively) to be at hand (or ready), a…
  • in the presence G1799 (ἐνώπιον) — in the face of (literally or figuratively)
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • am sent G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
  • to speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • to shew G2097 (εὐαγγελίζω) — to announce good news ("evangelize") especially the gospel
  • these G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • glad tidings G2097 (εὐαγγελίζω) — to announce good news ("evangelize") especially the gospel

20 And behold, thou shalt be silent and not able to speak, until the day that these things shall come to pass, because thou believedst not my words, which shall be fulfilled in their season.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thou shalt be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • dumb G4623 (σιωπάω) — to be dumb (but not deaf also, like 2974 properly); figuratively, to be calm (as quiet water)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • able G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • to speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • until G891 (ἄχρι) — (of time) until or (of place) up to
  • the day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • these things G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • shall be performed G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • because G473 (ἀντί) — opposite, i.e. instead or because of (rarely in addition to)
  • thou believest G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • words G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • words G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • shall be fulfilled G4137 (πληρόω) — to make replete, i.e. (literally) to cram (a net), level up (a hollow), or (figuratively) to furnish (or imbue, diffuse, influence), satisfy, execute (an offi…
  • in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • season G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • season G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

21 And the people were waiting for Zacharias, and they marvelled while he tarried in the temple.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Numbers 6:23
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • waited G4328 (προσδοκάω) — to anticipate (in thought, hope or fear); by implication, to await
  • for Zacharias G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for Zacharias G2197 (Ζαχαρίας) — Zacharias (i.e. Zechariah), the name of two Israelites
  • marvelled G2296 (θαυμάζω) — to wonder; by implication, to admire
  • that G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • tarried so long G5549 (χρονίζω) — to take time, i.e. linger
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the temple G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the temple G3485 (ναός) — a fane, shrine, temple

22 And when he came out, he could not speak unto them: and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple: and he continued making signs unto them, and remained dumb.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 1:62 · Acts 12:17 · Acts 19:33 · Acts 21:40
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when he came out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • he could G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they perceived G1921 (ἐπιγινώσκω) — to know upon some mark, i.e. recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he had seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • a vision G3701 (ὀπτασία) — visuality, i.e. (concretely) an apparition
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the temple G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the temple G3485 (ναός) — a fane, shrine, temple
  • for G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • beckoned G1269 (διανεύω) — to nod (or express by signs) across an intervening space
  • remained G1265 (διαμένω) — to stay constantly (in being or relation)
  • speechless G2974 (κωφός) — blunted, i.e. (figuratively) of hearing (deaf) or speech (dumb)
  • G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)

23 And it came to pass, when the days of his ministration were fulfilled, he departed unto his house.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Kings 11:5 · 1 Chronicles 9:25
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • that, as soon as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • the days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G3009 (λειτουργία) — public function (as priest ("liturgy") or almsgiver)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • ministration G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ministration G3009 (λειτουργία) — public function (as priest ("liturgy") or almsgiver)
  • were accomplished G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • he departed G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • his own G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)

24 And after these days Elisabeth his wife conceived; and she hid herself five months, saying,

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Genesis 21:2 · 2 Kings 4:17 · Acts 1:1
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • after G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • those G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • Elisabeth G1665 (Ἐλισάβετ) — Elisabet, an Israelitess
  • conceived G4815 (συλλαμβάνω) — to clasp, i.e. seize (arrest, capture); specially, to conceive (literally or figuratively); by implication, to aid
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • hid G4032 (περικρύπτω) — to conceal all around, i.e. entirely
  • herself G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • five G4002 (πέντε) — "five"
  • months G3376 (μήν) — a month
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…

25 Thus hath the Lord done unto me in the days wherein he looked upon me, to take away my reproach among men.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • Thus G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • hath G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • dealt G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • with me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • wherein G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he looked on G1896 (ἐπεῖδον) — to regard (favorably or otherwise)
  • to take away G851 (ἀφαιρέω) — to remove (literally or figuratively)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • reproach G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • reproach G3681 (ὄνειδος) — notoriety, i.e. a taunt (disgrace)
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being

26 Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 2:23 · Luke 1:19 · Luke 2:4
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the sixth G1623 (ἕκτος) — sixth
  • month G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • month G3376 (μήν) — a month
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • Gabriel G1043 (Γαβριήλ) — Gabriel, an archangel
  • was sent G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
  • from G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • a city G4172 (πόλις) — a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)
  • of Galilee G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Galilee G1056 (Γαλιλαία) — Galilæa (i.e. the heathen circle), a region of Palestine
  • named G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Nazareth G3478 (Ναζαρέθ) — Nazareth or Nazaret, a place in Palestine

27 to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • To G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • a virgin G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • espoused G3423 (μνηστεύω) — to give a souvenir (engagement present), i.e. betroth
  • to a man G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • whose G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • name was G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Joseph G2501 (Ἰωσήφ) — Joseph, the name of seven Israelites
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • of David G1138 (Δαβίδ) — Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the virgin’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the virgin’s G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females

28 And he came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favored, the Lord is with thee.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • came in G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Hail G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well
  • highly favoured G5487 (χαριτόω) — to grace, i.e. indue with special honor
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • blessed G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • women G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife

29 But she was greatly troubled at the saying, and cast in her mind what manner of salutation this might be.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when she saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • she was troubled G1298 (διαταράσσω) — to disturb wholly, i.e. agitate (with alarm)
  • at G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • saying G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • saying G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • cast in her mind G1260 (διαλογίζομαι) — to reckon thoroughly, i.e. (genitive case) to deliberate (by reflection or discussion)
  • what manner of G4217 (ποταπός) — interrogatively, whatever, i.e. of what possible sort
  • salutation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • salutation G783 (ἀσπασμός) — a greeting (in person or by letter)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • should be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)

30 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favor with God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Fear G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • thou hast found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • favour G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and it…
  • with G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

31 And behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thou shalt conceive G4815 (συλλαμβάνω) — to clasp, i.e. seize (arrest, capture); specially, to conceive (literally or figuratively); by implication, to aid
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • thy womb G1064 (γαστήρ) — the stomach; by analogy, the matrix; figuratively, a gourmand
  • bring forth G5088 (τίκτω) — to produce (from seed, as a mother, a plant, the earth, etc.), literally or figuratively
  • a son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • shalt call G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • JESUS G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites

32 He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Most High: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • He G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • great G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • shall be called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of the Highest G5310 (ὕψιστος) — highest, i.e. (masculine singular) the Supreme (God), or (neuter plural) the heavens
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • shall give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • the throne G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the throne G2362 (θρόνος) — a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • David G1138 (Δαβίδ) — Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king

33 and he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he shall reign G936 (βασιλεύω) — to rule (literally or figuratively)
  • over G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • of Jacob G2384 (Ἰακώβ) — Jacob (i.e. Ja`akob), the progenitor of the Israelites
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • kingdom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • there shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • end G5056 (τέλος) — properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), resul…

34 And Mary said unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man?

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Judges 13:8 · Acts 9:6
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • How G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as exclamation, how much!
  • shall G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • seeing G1893 (ἐπεί) — thereupon, i.e. since (of time or cause)
  • I know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • a man G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)

35 And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Spirit shall come upon thee, and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee: wherefore also the holy thing which is begotten shall be called the Son of God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • and said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • The Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • Ghost G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • shall come G1904 (ἐπέρχομαι) — to supervene, i.e. arrive, occur, impend, attack, (figuratively) influence
  • upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • the power G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
  • of the Highest G5310 (ὕψιστος) — highest, i.e. (masculine singular) the Supreme (God), or (neuter plural) the heavens
  • shall overshadow G1982 (ἐπισκιάζω) — to cast a shade upon, i.e. (by analogy) to envelop in a haze of brilliancy; figuratively, to invest with preternatural influence
  • therefore G1352 (διό) — through which thing, i.e. consequently
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that G1080 (γεννάω) — to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
  • holy thing G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • which shall be born G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • which shall be born G1080 (γεννάω) — to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • shall be called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

36 And behold, Elisabeth thy kinswoman, she also hath conceived a son in her old age; and this is the sixth month with her that was called barren.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • cousin G4773 (συγγενής) — a relative (by blood); by extension, a fellow countryman
  • Elisabeth G1665 (Ἐλισάβετ) — Elisabet, an Israelitess
  • she G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • hath G4815 (συλλαμβάνω) — to clasp, i.e. seize (arrest, capture); specially, to conceive (literally or figuratively); by implication, to aid
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • conceived G4815 (συλλαμβάνω) — to clasp, i.e. seize (arrest, capture); specially, to conceive (literally or figuratively); by implication, to aid
  • a son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • old age G1094 (γῆρας) — senility
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the sixth G1623 (ἕκτος) — sixth
  • month G3376 (μήν) — a month
  • with her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • who was called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • barren G4723 (στείρος) — "sterile"

37 For no word from God shall be void of power.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • word spoken G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • by G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • shall be void of power G101 (ἀδυνατέω) — to be unable, i.e. (passively) impossible
  • G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole

38 And Mary said, Behold, the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Samuel 7:25 · Psalms 116:16 · Psalms 119:38 · Romans 4:20
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • the handmaid G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the handmaid G1399 (δούλη) — a female slave (involuntarily or voluntarily)
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • be it G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • word G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the angel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • departed G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

39 And Mary arose in these days and went into the hill country with haste, into a city of Judah;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Joshua 10:40 · Joshua 15:48 · Joshua 20:7 · Joshua 21:9 · Luke 1:65
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • arose G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • those G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • and went G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the hill country G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the hill country G3714 (ὀρεινός) — mountainous, i.e. (feminine by implication, of ) the Highlands (of Judæa)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • haste G4710 (σπουδή) — "speed", i.e. (by implication) despatch, eagerness, earnestness
  • a city G4172 (πόλις) — a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)
  • of Judah G2448 (Ἰουδά) — Judah (i.e. Jehudah or Juttah), a part of (or place in) Palestine

40 and entered into the house of Zacharias and saluted Elisabeth.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Proverbs 23:25
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • entered G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • of Zacharias G2197 (Ζαχαρίας) — Zacharias (i.e. Zechariah), the name of two Israelites
  • saluted G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to welcome
  • Elisabeth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Elisabeth G1665 (Ἐλισάβετ) — Elisabet, an Israelitess

41 And it came to pass, when Elisabeth heard the salutation of Mary, the babe leaped in her womb; and Elisabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • that, when G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • Elisabeth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Elisabeth G1665 (Ἐλισάβετ) — Elisabet, an Israelitess
  • heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • the salutation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the salutation G783 (ἀσπασμός) — a greeting (in person or by letter)
  • of Mary G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • the babe G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the babe G1025 (βρέφος) — an infant (properly, unborn) literally or figuratively
  • leaped G4640 (σκιρτάω) — to jump, i.e. sympathetically move (as the quickening of a fetus)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • womb G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • womb G2836 (κοιλία) — a cavity, i.e. (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart
  • was filled G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • with the G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • Ghost G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…

42 and she lifted up her voice with a loud cry, and said, Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • she spake out G400 (ἀναφωνέω) — to exclaim
  • with a G5456 (φωνή) — a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language
  • loud G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • voice G5456 (φωνή) — a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Blessed G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • women G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • the fruit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the fruit G2590 (καρπός) — fruit (as plucked), literally or figuratively
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G2836 (κοιλία) — a cavity, i.e. (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • womb G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • womb G2836 (κοιλία) — a cavity, i.e. (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart

43 And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come unto me?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • whence G4159 (πόθεν) — from which (as interrogative) or what (as relative) place, state, source or cause
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • to me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • the mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • should come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)

44 For behold, when the voice of thy salutation came into mine ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 1:41 · Luke 6:23
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • lo G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • as soon as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • the voice G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the voice G5456 (φωνή) — a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G783 (ἀσπασμός) — a greeting (in person or by letter)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • salutation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • salutation G783 (ἀσπασμός) — a greeting (in person or by letter)
  • sounded G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • mine G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • ears G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ears G3775 (οὖς) — the ear (physically or mentally)
  • the babe G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the babe G1025 (βρέφος) — an infant (properly, unborn) literally or figuratively
  • leaped G4640 (σκιρτάω) — to jump, i.e. sympathetically move (as the quickening of a fetus)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • womb G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • womb G2836 (κοιλία) — a cavity, i.e. (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart
  • for G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • joy G20 (ἀγαλλίασις) — exultation; specially, welcome

45 And blessed is she that believed; for there shall be a fulfilment of the things which have been spoken to her from the Lord.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • blessed G3107 (μακάριος) — supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off
  • she that believed G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • there shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a performance G5050 (τελείωσις) — (the act) completion, i.e. (of prophecy) verification, or (of expiation) absolution
  • of those things which were told G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • from G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

46 And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • My G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • soul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • soul G5590 (ψυχή) — breath, i.e. (by implication) spirit, abstractly or concretely (the animal sentient principle only; thus distinguished on the one hand from , which is the rat…
  • doth magnify G3170 (μεγαλύνω) — to make (or declare) great, i.e. increase or (figuratively) extol
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

47 And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • hath rejoiced G21 (ἀγαλλιάω) — properly, to jump for joy, i.e. exult
  • in G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • Saviour G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Saviour G4990 (σωτήρ) — a deliverer, i.e. God or Christ

48 For he hath looked upon the low estate of his handmaid: For behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he hath regarded G1914 (ἐπιβλέπω) — to gaze at (with favor, pity or partiality)
  • the low estate G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the low estate G5014 (ταπείνωσις) — depression (in rank or feeling)
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G1399 (δούλη) — a female slave (involuntarily or voluntarily)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • handmaiden G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • handmaiden G1399 (δούλη) — a female slave (involuntarily or voluntarily)
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • henceforth G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • generations G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • generations G1074 (γενεά) — a generation; by implication, an age (the period or the persons)
  • shall call G3106 (μακαρίζω) — to beatify, i.e. pronounce (or esteem) fortunate
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • blessed G3106 (μακαρίζω) — to beatify, i.e. pronounce (or esteem) fortunate

49 For he that is mighty hath done to me great things; And holy is his name.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he that is mighty G1415 (δυνατός) — powerful or capable (literally or figuratively); neuter possible
  • hath done G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • to me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • great things G3167 (μεγαλεῖος) — magnificent, i.e. (neuter, plural as noun) a conspicuous favor, or (subjectively) perfection
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

50 And his mercy is unto generations and generations On them that fear him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mercy G1656 (ἔλεος) — compassion (human or divine, especially active)
  • on them that fear G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • from G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • generation G1074 (γενεά) — a generation; by implication, an age (the period or the persons)
  • to generation G1074 (γενεά) — a generation; by implication, an age (the period or the persons)

51 He hath showed strength with his arm; He hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their heart.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • He hath shewed G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • strength G2904 (κράτος) — vigor ("great") (literally or figuratively)
  • with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • arm G1023 (βραχίων) — the arm, i.e. (figuratively) strength
  • he hath scattered G1287 (διασκορπίζω) — to dissipate, i.e. (genitive case) to rout or separate; specially, to winnow; figuratively, to squander
  • the proud G5244 (ὑπερήφανος) — appearing above others (conspicuous), i.e. (figuratively) haughty
  • in the imagination G1271 (διάνοια) — deep thought, properly, the faculty (mind or its disposition), by implication, its exercise
  • of G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • hearts G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle

52 He hath put down princes from their thrones, And hath exalted them of low degree.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • He hath put down G2507 (καθαιρέω) — to lower (or with violence) demolish (literally or figuratively)
  • the mighty G1413 (δυνάστης) — a ruler or officer
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • seats G2362 (θρόνος) — a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • exalted G5312 (ὑψόω) — to elevate (literally or figuratively)
  • them of low degree G5011 (ταπεινός) — depressed, i.e. (figuratively) humiliated (in circumstances or disposition)

53 The hungry he hath filled with good things; And the rich he hath sent empty away.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • He hath filled G1705 (ἐμπίπλημι) — to fill in (up), i.e. (by implication) to satisfy (literally or figuratively)
  • the hungry G3983 (πεινάω) — to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave
  • with good things G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the rich G4147 (πλουτέω) — to be (or become) wealthy (literally or figuratively)
  • he hath sent G1821 (ἐξαποστέλλω) — to send away forth, i.e. (on a mission) to despatch, or (peremptorily) to dismiss
  • empty G2756 (κενός) — empty (literally or figuratively)
  • away G1821 (ἐξαποστέλλω) — to send away forth, i.e. (on a mission) to despatch, or (peremptorily) to dismiss

54 He hath given help to Israel his servant, That he might remember mercy

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • He hath holpen G482 (ἀντιλαμβάνομαι) — to take hold of in turn, i.e. succor; also to participate
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • servant G3816 (παῖς) — a boy (as often beaten with impunity), or (by analogy), a girl, and (genitive case) a child; specially, a slave or servant (especially a minister to a king; a…
  • Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
  • in remembrance G3403 (μιμνήσκω) — to remind, i.e. (middle voice) to recall to mind
  • of G1656 (ἔλεος) — compassion (human or divine, especially active)
  • mercy G1656 (ἔλεος) — compassion (human or divine, especially active)

55 (As he spake unto our fathers) Toward Abraham and his seed for ever.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • As G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • he spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • fathers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fathers G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • to Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to G4690 (σπέρμα) — something sown, i.e. seed (including the male "sperm"); by implication, offspring; specially, a remnant (figuratively, as if kept over for planting)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • seed G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • seed G4690 (σπέρμα) — something sown, i.e. seed (including the male "sperm"); by implication, offspring; specially, a remnant (figuratively, as if kept over for planting)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)

56 And Mary abode with her about three months, and returned unto her house.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Mary G3137 (Μαρία) — Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females
  • abode G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • with G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • about G5616 (ὡσεί) — as if
  • three G5140 (τρεῖς) — "three"
  • months G3376 (μήν) — a month
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • returned G5290 (ὑποστρέφω) — to turn under (behind), i.e. to return (literally or figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • her own G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)

57 Now Elisabeth’s time was fulfilled that she should be delivered; and she brought forth a son.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Genesis 21:2 · Numbers 23:19 · Luke 1:13 · Luke 2:6
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Elisabeth’s G1665 (Ἐλισάβετ) — Elisabet, an Israelitess
  • full G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • time G5550 (χρόνος) — a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from , which designates a fixed or special occasion; and from , which denotes a particular period…
  • came G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • that she G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • should be delivered G5088 (τίκτω) — to produce (from seed, as a mother, a plant, the earth, etc.), literally or figuratively
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • she brought forth G1080 (γεννάω) — to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
  • a son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship

58 And her neighbors and her kinsfolk heard that the Lord had magnified his mercy towards her; and they rejoiced with her.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • neighbours G4040 (περίοικος) — housed around, i.e. neighboring (used elliptically as a noun)
  • cousins G4773 (συγγενής) — a relative (by blood); by extension, a fellow countryman
  • heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • how G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • had shewed great G3170 (μεγαλύνω) — to make (or declare) great, i.e. increase or (figuratively) extol
  • mercy G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mercy G1656 (ἔλεος) — compassion (human or divine, especially active)
  • upon G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • they rejoiced G4796 (συγχαίρω) — to sympathize in gladness, congratulate
  • with her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

59 And it came to pass on the eighth day, that they came to circumcise the child; and they would have called him Zacharias, after the name of his father.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • it came to pass, that G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • on G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the eighth G3590 (ὄγδοος) — the eighth
  • day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • they came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • to circumcise G4059 (περιτέμνω) — to cut around, i.e. (specially) to circumcise
  • the child G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the child G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e. (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian
  • they called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Zacharias G2197 (Ζαχαρίας) — Zacharias (i.e. Zechariah), the name of two Israelites
  • after G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)

60 And his mother answered and said, Not so; but he shall be called John.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Samuel 12:25 · Isaiah 8:3 · Matthew 1:25 · Luke 1:13 · Luke 1:63
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • and said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Not G3780 (οὐχί) — not indeed
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • he shall be called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • John G2491 (Ἰωάννης) — Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites

61 And they said unto her, There is none of thy kindred that is called by this name.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • There is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • none G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • of G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • kindred G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • kindred G4772 (συγγένεια) — relationship, i.e. (concretely) relatives
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • is called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • by G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • by G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

62 And they made signs to his father, what he would have him called.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 1:22
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G302 (ἄν)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they made signs G1770 (ἐννεύω) — to nod at, i.e. beckon or communicate by gesture
  • to G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • how G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • he would have G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)

63 And he asked for a writing tablet, and wrote, saying, His name is John. And they marvelled all.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Proverbs 3:3 · Isaiah 30:8 · Jeremiah 17:1 · Habakkuk 2:2 · Luke 1:13 · Luke 1:60
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he asked G154 (αἰτέω) — to ask (in genitive case)
  • a writing tablet G4093 (πινακίδιον) — a tablet (for writing on)
  • and wrote G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • His G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • John G2491 (Ἰωάννης) — Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites
  • they marvelled G2296 (θαυμάζω) — to wonder; by implication, to admire
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole

64 And his mouth was opened immediately, and his tongue loosed, and he spake, blessing God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mouth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mouth G4750 (στόμα) — the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or edge (of…
  • was opened G455 (ἀνοίγω) — to open up (literally or figuratively, in various applications)
  • immediately G3916 (παραχρῆμα) — at the thing itself, i.e. instantly
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • tongue G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language (specially, one naturally unacquired)
  • he spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • and praised G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

65 And fear came on all that dwelt round about them: and all these sayings were noised abroad throughout all the hill country of Judæa.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • fear G5401 (φόβος) — alarm or fright
  • came G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that dwelt round about G4039 (περιοικέω) — to reside around, i.e. be a neighbor
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • these G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • sayings G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sayings G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • were noised abroad G1255 (διαλαλέω) — to talk throughout a company, i.e. converse or (genitive case) publish
  • throughout G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • all G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
  • the hill country G3714 (ὀρεινός) — mountainous, i.e. (feminine by implication, of ) the Highlands (of Judæa)
  • of Judæa G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Judæa G2449 (Ἰουδαία) — the Judæan land (i.e. Judæa), a region of Palestine

66 And all that heard them laid them up in their heart, saying, What then shall this child be? For the hand of the Lord was with him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • they that heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • laid G5087 (τίθημι) — to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from , which properly denote…
  • up G5087 (τίθημι) — to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from , which properly denote…
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • hearts G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hearts G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • What G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • manner G687 (ἆρα)
  • of child G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of child G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e. (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian
  • shall G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

67 And his father Zacharias was filled with the Holy Spirit, and prophesied, saying,

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Numbers 11:25 · 2 Samuel 23:2 · Luke 1:15 · Luke 1:41 · 2 Peter 1:21
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • Zacharias G2197 (Ζαχαρίας) — Zacharias (i.e. Zechariah), the name of two Israelites
  • was filled G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • with the G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • Ghost G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • prophesied G4395 (προφητεύω) — to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration, exercise the prophetic office
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…

68 Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; For he hath visited and wrought redemption for his people,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Blessed G2128 (εὐλογητός) — adorable
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he hath visited G1980 (ἐπισκέπτομαι) — to inspect, i.e. (by implication) to select; by extension, to go to see, relieve
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • redeemed G3085 (λύτρωσις) — a ransoming (figuratively)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)

69 And hath raised up a horn of salvation for us In the house of his servant David

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • hath raised up G1453 (ἐγείρω) — to waken (transitively or intransitively), i.e. rouse (literally, from sleep, from sitting or lying, from disease, from death; or figuratively, from obscurity…
  • an horn G2768 (κέρας) — a horn (literally or figuratively)
  • of salvation G4991 (σωτηρία) — rescue or safety (physically or morally)
  • for us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G3816 (παῖς) — a boy (as often beaten with impunity), or (by analogy), a girl, and (genitive case) a child; specially, a slave or servant (especially a minister to a king; a…
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • servant G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • servant G3816 (παῖς) — a boy (as often beaten with impunity), or (by analogy), a girl, and (genitive case) a child; specially, a slave or servant (especially a minister to a king; a…
  • David G1138 (Δαβίδ) — Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king

70 (As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets that have been from of old),

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • As G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • he spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the mouth G4750 (στόμα) — the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or edge (of…
  • of G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • prophets G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • have been since G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the world began G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)

71 Salvation from our enemies, and from the hand of all that hate us;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • That we should be saved G4991 (σωτηρία) — rescue or safety (physically or morally)
  • from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • enemies G2190 (ἐχθρός) — hateful (passively, odious, or actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially Satan)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • of all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that hate G3404 (μισέω) — to detest (especially to persecute); by extension, to love less
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)

72 To show mercy towards our fathers, And to remember his holy covenant;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • To perform G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • the mercy G1656 (ἔλεος) — compassion (human or divine, especially active)
  • to G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • fathers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fathers G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to remember G3403 (μιμνήσκω) — to remind, i.e. (middle voice) to recall to mind
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • covenant G1242 (διαθήκη) — properly, a disposition, i.e. (specially) a contract (especially a devisory will)

73 The oath which he sware unto Abraham our father,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • The oath G3727 (ὅρκος) — a limit, i.e. (sacred) restraint (specially, an oath)
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he sware G3660 (ὀμνύω) — to swear, i.e. take (or declare on) oath
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch

74 To grant unto us that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies Should serve him without fear,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • That he would grant G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • unto us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • that we being delivered G4506 (ῥύομαι) — compare ); to rush or draw (for oneself), i.e. rescue
  • out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • of G2190 (ἐχθρός) — hateful (passively, odious, or actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially Satan)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • enemies G2190 (ἐχθρός) — hateful (passively, odious, or actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially Satan)
  • might serve G3000 (λατρεύω) — to minister (to God), i.e. render religious homage
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • without fear G870 (ἀφόβως) — fearlessly

75 In holiness and righteousness before him all our days.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • In G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • holiness G3742 (ὁσιότης) — piety
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian) justification
  • before G1799 (ἐνώπιον) — in the face of (literally or figuratively)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G2222 (ζωή) — life (literally or figuratively)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • life G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • life G2222 (ζωή) — life (literally or figuratively)

76 Yea and thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the Most High: For thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to make ready his ways;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • child G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e. (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian
  • shalt be called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • the prophet G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
  • of the Highest G5310 (ὕψιστος) — highest, i.e. (masculine singular) the Supreme (God), or (neuter plural) the heavens
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • thou shalt go G4313 (προπορεύομαι) — to precede (as guide or herald)
  • before G4253 (πρό) — "fore", i.e. in front of, prior (figuratively, superior) to
  • the face G4383 (πρόσωπον) — the front (as being towards view), i.e. the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • to prepare G2090 (ἑτοιμάζω) — to prepare
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • ways G3598 (ὁδός) — a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means

77 To give knowledge of salvation unto his people In the remission of their sins,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • To give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • knowledge G1108 (γνῶσις) — knowing (the act), i.e. (by implication) knowledge
  • of salvation G4991 (σωτηρία) — rescue or safety (physically or morally)
  • unto G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the remission G859 (ἄφεσις) — freedom; (figuratively) pardon
  • of G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • sins G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)

78 Because of the tender mercy of our God, Whereby the dayspring from on high shall visit us,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • Through G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the G1656 (ἔλεος) — compassion (human or divine, especially active)
  • tender G4698 (σπλάγχνον) — an intestine (plural); figuratively, pity or sympathy
  • mercy G1656 (ἔλεος) — compassion (human or divine, especially active)
  • of G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • whereby G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the dayspring G395 (ἀνατολή) — a rising of light, i.e. dawn (figuratively); by implication, the east (also in plural)
  • from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • on high G5311 (ὕψος) — elevation, i.e. (abstractly) altitude, (specially), the sky, or (figuratively) dignity
  • hath visited G1980 (ἐπισκέπτομαι) — to inspect, i.e. (by implication) to select; by extension, to go to see, relieve
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)

79 To shine upon them that sit in darkness and the shadow of death; To guide our feet into the way of peace.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • To give light G2014 (ἐπιφαίνω) — to shine upon, i.e. become (literally) visible or (figuratively) known
  • to them G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that sit G2521 (κάθημαι) — and (to sit; akin to the base of ); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • darkness G4655 (σκότος) — shadiness, i.e. obscurity (literally or figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the shadow G4639 (σκιά) — "shade" or a shadow (literally or figuratively (darkness of error or an adumbration))
  • of death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)
  • to guide G2720 (κατευθύνω) — to straighten fully, i.e. (figuratively) direct
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • feet G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • feet G4228 (πούς) — a "foot" (figuratively or literally)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the way G3598 (ὁδός) — a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means
  • of peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity

80 And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his showing unto Israel.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the child G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e. (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian
  • grew G837 (αὐξάνω) — to grow ("wax"), i.e. enlarge (literal or figurative, active or passive)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • waxed strong G2901 (κραταιόω) — to empower, i.e. (passively) increase in vigor
  • in spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the deserts G2048 (ἔρημος) — lonesome, i.e. (by implication) waste (usually as a noun, being implied)
  • till G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • the day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • of G323 (ἀνάδειξις) — (the act of) exhibition
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • shewing G323 (ἀνάδειξις) — (the act of) exhibition
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)