Pentecost Season · Nativity of St John the Baptist: Vigil · Year C
Luke 1:5-17
The Angel Announces John's Birth to Zechariah
June 24, 2028
Overview & Insights
"He will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God... to make ready for the Lord a people prepared." (Luke 1:16-17)
While Zechariah serves in the Jerusalem temple, the angel Gabriel announces that his barren wife Elizabeth will bear a son who will go before the Lord in the spirit of Elijah. Zechariah's doubt is met with the promise of a child set apart from birth.
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Commentary
Luke 1 Commentary Enduring Word · David Guzik
Walks through Gabriel's announcement to Zechariah.
Luke 1 Commentary Precept Austin
Verse-by-verse resource collection on the chapter.
Luke 1:5 Commentaries BibleHub
Gathers classic commentary on Zechariah's priestly service.
Luke 1 (Barnes) StudyLight
Barnes on the angel's promise concerning John.
Luke 1 (Gill) StudyLight
Gill's exposition offers a second close reading of the annunciation.
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