Solemnity of Mary: The Holy Mother of God

Commentary on Luke 2:15-21 Working Preacher

The exact RCL Name of Jesus commentary on the shepherds and the naming of Jesus on the eighth day.

Luke 2:1-14 (15-20) Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching

A Reformed preaching commentary on the shepherds and Mary treasuring these words in her heart.

Luke 2 Commentary: Jesus' Birth and Boyhood Enduring Word · David Guzik

David Guzik's verse-by-verse evangelical commentary on the whole chapter.

Luke 2 Commentary Precept Austin

In-depth study notes, word helps, and cross references on Luke 2.

Luke 2:16 Commentaries BibleHub

Classic commentaries compiled verse by verse on the shepherds at the manger.

The Octave Day of the Nativity of the Lord, Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God | Loyola Press Sunday Connection Loyola Press · Sunday Connection

A Catholic Sunday Connection reflection and family activities on Mary's yes and the naming of Jesus.

Mary, the Mother of God (Year B), The Mass Readings Explained | Dr. Brant Pitre Catholic Productions · Brant Pitre

Dr. Brant Pitre walks through Numbers 6, Psalm 67, Galatians 4, and Luke 2 for the solemnity.

Mary, Mother of God - Word on Fire Word on Fire · Bishop Barron

A Catholic feast reflection on Mary as Theotokos and the truth of the Incarnation.

Gospel of Luke Summary | Watch an Overview Video (Part 1) BibleProject

An animated overview tracing the literary design of Luke's opening chapters.

Luke 2:16 Interlinear BibleHub

Greek word-by-word interlinear of the shepherds finding Mary, Joseph, and the child.

Luke 2 - Catena Bible & Commentaries Catena

Patristic comments gathered verse by verse on the nativity narrative.

Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God (2025) EWTN

Reflection on the Marian solemnity marking the octave of Christmas, framing the shepherds' visit in Luke 2.

Adoration of the Shepherds Web Gallery of Art (Zurbaran)

Painting of the shepherds' adoration at the manger, the scene described in Luke 2:16-21.