The Genealogies of Christ
Lukechapter 1
80 verses · ASV
This chapter sends 950 cross-references outward and receives 1,108 — heaviest partner: Luke.
Chapter summary
Luke's prologue to Theophilus. Zacharias at the altar, Gabriel, the naming of John promised. Annunciation to Mary — 'behold the handmaid of the Lord.' The Visitation; Mary's Magnificat. Birth of John; Zacharias's Benedictus. Two song-bracketed scenes open Luke's infancy narrative.
Drafted from Matthew Henry, Calvin, Gill, Clarke, JFB, and Barnes.
Context
Gospel · Luke — see the Luke overview for the book's full setting.
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