Luke 1:46-49 NIV
And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me— holy is his name.
Other Bible Translations
KJV
And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.
For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. For he that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is his name. -Luke 1:46-49
ESV
And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant. For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed; for he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name. -Luke 1:46-49
NKJV
And Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. For He has regarded the lowly state of His maidservant; For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed. For He who is mighty has done great things for me, And holy is His name. -Luke 1:46-49
NIRV
Mary said, “My soul gives glory to the Lord.47 My spirit delights in God my Savior. He has taken note of me even though I am not considered important. From now on all people will call me blessed.49 The Mighty One has done great things for me. His name is holy. -Luke 1:46-49
NASB
And Mary said: “My soul exalts the Lord, And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. For He has had regard for the humble state of His bond-servant; For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed.49 For the Mighty One has done great things for me; And holy is His name. -Luke 1:46-49
NLT
Mary responded, “Oh, how my soul praises the Lord. How my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! For he took notice of his lowly servant girl, and from now on all generations will call me blessed. For the Mighty One is holy, and he has done great things for me. -Luke 1:46-49
CSB
And Mary said: My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, because he has looked with favor on the humble condition of his servant. Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed, because the Mighty One has done great things for me, and his name is holy. -Luke 1:46-49
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Luke 1:46-49 Meaning
After Mary receives the prophecy of her miraculous role as the mother of the Savior, she visits her cousin Elizabeth, who is also carrying a child destined for greatness. As Mary greets her, Elizabeth recounts how her unborn baby, John, leaped with joy in her womb at sensing the presence of Jesus. Moved by this confirmation of God’s wondrous plan, Mary bursts into a song of praise and gratitude, a song that glorifies the Lord for His mighty works and eternal faithfulness.
Prompts
- What does the interaction between Mary and Elizabeth teach us about the power of faith and mutual encouragement?
- Why do you think John leaped for joy in Elizabeth’s womb at the presence of Jesus?
- How does Mary’s song of praise reflect her understanding of God’s plan and her role in it?
- What significance does Elizabeth’s confirmation hold for Mary’s faith and confidence in her divine mission?
- How does the story of Mary and Elizabeth demonstrate God’s ability to orchestrate extraordinary events in ordinary lives?
- Why is Mary’s visit to Elizabeth considered an important moment in the unfolding of the Gospel story?
- What does Mary’s response in the form of a song tell us about how to react to God’s blessings and promises?