New International VersionAfter this his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months remained in seclusion.
New Living TranslationSoon afterward his wife, Elizabeth, became pregnant and went into seclusion for five months.
English Standard VersionAfter these days his wife Elizabeth conceived, and for five months she kept herself hidden, saying,
Berean Standard BibleAfter these days, his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months remained in seclusion. She declared,
Berean Literal BibleAnd after these days, his wife Elizabeth conceived, and she hid herself five months, saying,
King James BibleAnd after those days his wife Elisabeth conceived, and hid herself five months, saying,
New King James VersionNow after those days his wife Elizabeth conceived; and she hid herself five months, saying,
New American Standard BibleNow after these days his wife Elizabeth became pregnant, and she kept herself in seclusion for five months, saying,
NASB 1995After these days Elizabeth his wife became pregnant, and she kept herself in seclusion for five months, saying,
NASB 1977And after these days Elizabeth his wife became pregnant; and she kept herself in seclusion for five months, saying,
Legacy Standard BibleAfter these days Elizabeth his wife conceived, and she kept herself in seclusion for five months, saying,
Amplified BibleNow after this his wife Elizabeth became pregnant, and for five months she secluded herself completely, saying,
Christian Standard BibleAfter these days his wife Elizabeth conceived and kept herself in seclusion for five months. She said,
Holman Christian Standard BibleAfter these days his wife Elizabeth conceived and kept herself in seclusion for five months. She said, “
American Standard VersionAnd after these days Elisabeth his wife conceived; and she hid herself five months, saying,
Contemporary English VersionSoon after this, his wife was expecting a baby, and for five months she did not leave the house. She said to herself,
English Revised VersionAnd after these days Elisabeth his wife conceived; and she hid herself five months, saying,
GOD'S WORD® TranslationLater, his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and didn't go out in public for five months. She said,
Good News TranslationSome time later his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and did not leave the house for five months.
International Standard VersionAfter this, his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and remained in seclusion for five months. She said,
NET BibleAfter some time his wife Elizabeth became pregnant, and for five months she kept herself in seclusion. She said,
New Heart English BibleAfter these days Elizabeth, his wife, conceived, and she hid herself five months, saying,
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd after those days his wife Elisabeth conceived, and secluded herself five months, saying,
Weymouth New Testamentand in course of time his wife Elizabeth conceived, and kept herself secluded five months. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAfter these days, his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months remained in seclusion. She declared,
World English BibleAfter these days Elizabeth his wife conceived, and she hid herself five months, saying, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand after those days, his wife Elizabeth conceived, and hid herself five months, saying,
Berean Literal BibleAnd after these days, his wife Elizabeth conceived, and she hid herself five months, saying,
Young's Literal Translation and after those days, his wife Elisabeth conceived, and hid herself five months, saying --
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd after these days Elizabeth his wife conceived, and concealed herself five months, saying, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd after those days, Elizabeth his wife conceived, and hid herself five months, saying:
Catholic Public Domain VersionThen, after those days, his wife Elizabeth conceived, and she hid herself for five months, saying:
New American BibleAfter this time his wife Elizabeth conceived, and she went into seclusion for five months, saying,
New Revised Standard VersionAfter those days his wife Elizabeth conceived, and for five months she remained in seclusion. She said, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd it happened after those days, his wife Elizabeth conceived, and hid herself for five months; and she said,
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishAnd it happened after those days, Elizabeth his wife conceived and she had secluded herself for five months, and she said: NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd after those days, his wife Elizabeth conceived, and kept herself retired for five months, saying:
Godbey New TestamentAnd after these days Elizabeth, his wife, conceived, and hid herself five months, saying,
Haweis New TestamentAnd after those days Elisabeth his wife conceived, and kept herself in retirement five months, saying,
Mace New TestamentSome time after, Elizabeth his wife was pregnant, and went into retirement for five months.
Weymouth New Testamentand in course of time his wife Elizabeth conceived, and kept herself secluded five months.
Worrell New Testamentand, after these days, Elizabeth his wife conceived; and she hid herself five months, saying,
Worsley New TestamentAnd after these days his wife Elisabeth conceived, and retired five months,
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Gabriel Foretells John's Birth… 23And when the days of his service were complete, he returned home. 24Afterthesedays,hiswifeElizabethbecame pregnantandfor fivemonthsremained in seclusion.She declared,25“The Lord has done this for me. In these days He has shown me favor and taken away my disgrace among the people.”…
Cross References Genesis 21:1-2Now the LORD attended to Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what He had promised. / So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised.
1 Samuel 1:19-20The next morning they got up early to bow in worship before the LORD, and then they returned home to Ramah. And Elkanah had relations with his wife Hannah, and the LORD remembered her. / So in the course of time, Hannah conceived and gave birth to a son. She named him Samuel, saying, “Because I have asked for him from the LORD.”
Judges 13:2-3Now there was a man from Zorah named Manoah, from the clan of the Danites, whose wife was barren and had no children. / The angel of the LORD appeared to the woman and said to her, “It is true that you are barren and have no children; but you will conceive and give birth to a son.
Genesis 30:22-23Then God remembered Rachel. He listened to her and opened her womb, / and she conceived and gave birth to a son. “God has taken away my shame,” she said.
2 Kings 4:16-17And Elisha declared, “At this time next year, you will hold a son in your arms.” “No, my lord,” she said. “Do not lie to your maidservant, O man of God.” / But the woman did conceive, and at that time the next year she gave birth to a son, just as Elisha had told her.
Isaiah 54:1“Shout for joy, O barren woman, who bears no children; break forth in song and cry aloud, you who have never travailed; because more are the children of the desolate woman than of her who has a husband,” says the LORD.
Psalm 113:9He settles the barren woman in her home as a joyful mother to her children. Hallelujah!
Genesis 18:10-14Then the LORD said, “I will surely return to you at this time next year, and your wife Sarah will have a son!” Now Sarah was behind him, listening at the entrance to the tent. / And Abraham and Sarah were already old and well along in years; Sarah had passed the age of childbearing. / So she laughed to herself, saying, “After I am worn out and my master is old, will I now have this pleasure?” ...
1 Samuel 2:21So the LORD attended to Hannah, and she conceived and gave birth to three sons and two daughters. Meanwhile, the boy Samuel grew up in the presence of the LORD.
Genesis 25:21Later, Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was barren. And the LORD heard his prayer, and his wife Rebekah conceived.
Matthew 1:18-20This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged in marriage to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. / Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and was unwilling to disgrace her publicly, he resolved to divorce her quietly. / But after he had pondered these things, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to embrace Mary as your wife, for the One conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.
Luke 1:36-37Look, even Elizabeth your relative has conceived a son in her old age, and she who was called barren is in her sixth month. / For no word from God will ever fail.”
Luke 1:7But they had no children, because Elizabeth was barren, and they were both well along in years.
Luke 1:13But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to give him the name John.
Luke 1:57When the time came for Elizabeth to have her child, she gave birth to a son.
Treasury of Scripture And after those days his wife Elisabeth conceived, and hid herself five months, saying, Jump to Previous ConceivedCourseElisabethElizabethEyesFiveHerselfHidKeptMonthsMotherPregnantSecludedTimeWifeJump to Next ConceivedCourseElisabethElizabethEyesFiveHerselfHidKeptMonthsMotherPregnantSecludedTimeWifeLuke 1 1.The preface of Luke to his whole gospel.5.The conception of John the Baptist;26.and of Jesus.39.The prophecy of Elisabeth and of Mary, concerning Jesus.57.The nativity and circumcision of John.67.The prophecy of Zachariah, both of Jesus,76.and of John.After these daysThis phrase refers to the period following the angel Gabriel's announcement to Zechariah, a priest, that his wife Elizabeth would bear a son, John the Baptist. This event occurs during the reign of Herod the Great, a time of political tension and religious expectation in Judea. The phrase sets the stage for the miraculous conception, emphasizing the divine timing and fulfillment of God's promise. his wife Elizabeth became pregnant
Elizabeth's pregnancy is a miraculous event, as she was previously barren and advanced in years. This echoes the Old Testament stories of Sarah, Rebekah, and Hannah, who also experienced God's intervention in their barrenness. Elizabeth's conception signifies God's faithfulness and power, fulfilling the angel's prophecy and setting the stage for the birth of John the Baptist, who would prepare the way for Jesus. and for five months remained in seclusion
Elizabeth's seclusion may reflect a cultural practice of the time, where women often withdrew from public life during the early months of pregnancy. It could also indicate a period of reflection and gratitude for God's intervention. This seclusion parallels the biblical theme of preparation and consecration before significant events, as seen in the lives of Moses and Elijah. She declared
Elizabeth's declaration is an expression of faith and acknowledgment of God's work in her life. Her words are a testament to the fulfillment of God's promises and the joy of participating in His redemptive plan. This declaration also serves as a prelude to Mary's visit and the subsequent prophetic utterance by Elizabeth, highlighting the interconnectedness of their roles in salvation history. Persons / Places / Events 1. ElizabethThe wife of Zechariah, a priest, and a relative of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Elizabeth is described as righteous and blameless, yet she was barren until God intervened. 2. ZechariahA priest of the division of Abijah, husband to Elizabeth. He was visited by the angel Gabriel, who announced that Elizabeth would bear a son, John the Baptist. 3. Pregnancy of ElizabethA miraculous event, as Elizabeth was advanced in years and had been barren. This pregnancy is a sign of God's intervention and favor. 4. SeclusionElizabeth chose to remain in seclusion for five months, a period of reflection and gratitude for God's work in her life. 5. Divine FavorElizabeth acknowledges that her pregnancy is a result of God's favor, removing her social disgrace of barrenness. Teaching Points God's Timing and FaithfulnessGod's promises may take time to fulfill, but His timing is perfect. Elizabeth's account encourages patience and trust in God's plan. Removing DisgraceGod is capable of transforming our shame into joy. Elizabeth's experience shows that God can change our circumstances and remove societal stigmas. The Power of SeclusionTimes of seclusion or retreat can be valuable for spiritual reflection and gratitude. Elizabeth's choice to remain in seclusion allowed her to focus on God's work in her life. Divine Intervention in Human ImpossibilityElizabeth's pregnancy is a testament to God's power to do the impossible. It reminds us that no situation is beyond God's ability to change. Acknowledging God's WorkElizabeth's declaration of God's favor is a model for us to recognize and proclaim God's work in our lives, giving Him the glory. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Luke 1
How did Zechariah and Elizabeth become parents of John?
Was Jesus's birth in September?
How do these events in Genesis 30 align or conflict with other biblical texts that describe God’s involvement in fertility and inheritance?
What is the Annunciation?Verse 24. - And after those days his wife Elisabeth conceived, and hid herself five months. Various reasons have been suggested for this retirement. It seems most probable that, amazed at the angelic announcement, the saintly woman went into perfect retirement and isolation for a considerable period, to prove well the words of the angel, and to consider how she best could do her part in the training of the expected child, who was to play so mighty a part in the history of her people.
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Greek AfterΜετὰ(Meta)Preposition
Strong's 3326:(a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives.theseταύτας(tautas)Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3778:This; he, she, it.days,ἡμέρας(hēmeras)Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 2250:A day, the period from sunrise to sunset.hisαὐτοῦ(autou)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.wifeγυνὴ(gynē)Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1135:A woman, wife, my lady. Probably from the base of ginomai; a woman; specially, a wife.ElizabethἘλισάβετ(Elisabet)Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1665:Elizabeth, mother of John the Baptizer. Of Hebrew origin; Elisabet, an Israelitess.became pregnantσυνέλαβεν(synelaben)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4815:From sun and lambano; to clasp, i.e. Seize; specially, to conceive; by implication, to aid.andκαὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.for fiveπέντε(pente)Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4002:Five. A primary number; 'five'.monthsμῆνας(mēnas)Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3376:A (lunar) month. A primary word; a month.remained in seclusion.περιέκρυβεν(periekryben)Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4032:To conceal, hide (by putting something around it). From peri and krupto; to conceal all around, i.e. Entirely.She declared,λέγουσα(legousa)Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3004:(a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.
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