New International VersionBut the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God.
New Living Translation“Don’t be afraid, Mary,” the angel told her, “for you have found favor with God!
English Standard VersionAnd the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
Berean Standard BibleSo the angel told her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
Berean Literal BibleAnd the angel said to her, "Fear not, Mary; for you have found favor with God.
King James BibleAnd the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God.
New King James VersionThen the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
New American Standard BibleAnd the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
NASB 1995The angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; for you have found favor with God.
NASB 1977And the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; for you have found favor with God.
Legacy Standard BibleAnd the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
Amplified BibleThe angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
Christian Standard BibleThen the angel told her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
Holman Christian Standard BibleThen the angel told her: Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
American Standard VersionAnd the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favor with God.
Contemporary English VersionThen the angel told Mary, "Don't be afraid! God is pleased with you,
English Revised VersionAnd the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe angel told her, "Don't be afraid, Mary. You have found favor with God.
Good News TranslationThe angel said to her, "Don't be afraid, Mary; God has been gracious to you.
International Standard VersionThen the angel told her, "Stop being afraid, Mary, because you have found favor with God.
NET BibleSo the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God!
New Heart English BibleThe angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd the angel said to her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favor with God.
Weymouth New TestamentBut the angel said, "Do not be frightened, Mary, for you have found favour with God. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo the angel told her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
World English BibleThe angel said to her, “Don’t be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the messenger said to her, “Do not fear, Mary, for you have found favor with God;
Berean Literal BibleAnd the angel said to her, "Fear not, Mary; for you have found favor with God.
Young's Literal Translation And the messenger said to her, 'Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found favour with God;
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd the messenger said to her, Fear not, Mary: thou hast found grace with God. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd the Angel said to her: “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found grace with God.
New American BibleThen the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
New Revised Standard VersionThe angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the angel said to her, Fear not, Mary; for you have found grace with God.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishAnd the Angel said to her, “Do not fear, Maryam, for you have found favor with God, NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary; for you have found favor with God.
Godbey New TestamentAnd the angel said to her; Fear not, Mary; for thou didst find favor with God.
Haweis New TestamentAnd the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found favour with God.
Mace New Testamentbut the angel said to her, "Mary, be not afraid: for you are the object of divine favour.
Weymouth New TestamentBut the angel said, "Do not be frightened, Mary, for you have found favour with God.
Worrell New TestamentAnd the angel said to her, "Fear not, Mary; for you found favor from God.
Worsley New TestamentAnd the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary; for thou hast found favor with God:
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Context Gabriel Foretells Jesus' Birth… 29Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 30Sotheangeltoldher,“Do notbe afraid,Mary,foryou have foundfavorwithGod.31Behold, you will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus.…
Cross References Matthew 1:20But 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.
Judges 6:12And the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon and said, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.”
Daniel 10:12“Do not be afraid, Daniel,” he said, “for from the first day that you purposed to understand and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, and I have come in response to them.
Genesis 15:1After these events, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward.”
Isaiah 41:10Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Acts 18:9-10One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking; do not be silent. / For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.”
Revelation 1:17When I saw Him, I fell at His feet like a dead man. But He placed His right hand on me and said, “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last,
Genesis 26:24and that night the LORD appeared to him and said, “I am the God of your father Abraham. Do not be afraid, for I am with you. I will bless you and multiply your descendants for the sake of My servant Abraham.”
Daniel 10:19“Do not be afraid, you who are highly precious,” he said. “Peace be with you! Be strong now; be very strong!” As he spoke with me, I was strengthened and said, “Speak, my lord, for you have strengthened me.”
Zechariah 4:6-10So he said to me, “This is the word of the LORD to Zerubbabel: Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the LORD of Hosts. / What are you, O great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you will become a plain. Then he will bring forth the capstone accompanied by shouts of ‘Grace, grace to it!’” / Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, ...
Matthew 28:5But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified.
Acts 27:24and said, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul; you must stand before Caesar. And look, God has granted you the lives of all who sail with you.’
Genesis 21:17Then God heard the voice of the boy, and the angel of God called to Hagar from heaven, “What is wrong, Hagar? Do not be afraid, for God has heard the voice of the boy where he lies.
Isaiah 43:1But now, this is what the LORD says—He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine!
John 14:27Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
Treasury of Scripture And the angel said to her, Fear not, Mary: for you have found favor with God. Luke 1:13 But the angel said unto him, Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John. Luke 12:32 Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Isaiah 41:10,14 Fear thou not; for Iam with thee: be not dismayed; for Iam thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness… Jump to Previous AfraidAngelApprovalFavorFavourFearFoundFrightenedGod'sMaryMessengerJump to Next AfraidAngelApprovalFavorFavourFearFoundFrightenedGod'sMaryMessengerLuke 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.So the angel told herThis phrase introduces the angel Gabriel, a messenger of God, who appears to Mary. Gabriel is one of the few angels named in the Bible, also appearing in Daniel 8:16 and 9:21, where he delivers messages of significant prophetic importance. His appearance to Mary signifies a divine intervention and the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. The angel's message is a direct communication from God, emphasizing the importance and divine nature of the announcement. Do not be afraid
Angelic appearances in the Bible often begin with a reassurance not to fear, as seen inGenesis 15:1 andLuke 2:10. This reflects the awe and fear that such supernatural encounters typically evoke. The phrase reassures Mary, indicating that the message is one of peace and divine favor, not judgment or wrath. It underscores the grace and kindness of God in His interactions with humanity. Mary
Mary, a young Jewish woman from Nazareth, is chosen by God for a unique and pivotal role in salvation history. Her name, common in Jewish culture, is derived from the Hebrew "Miriam." Mary's selection highlights God's preference for the humble and lowly, as Nazareth was a small, insignificant town in Galilee. Her lineage, as detailed in the genealogies ofMatthew 1 andLuke 3, connects her to the house of David, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah's lineage (Isaiah 11:1,Jeremiah 23:5). for you have found favor with God
This phrase indicates that Mary is the recipient of God's grace, not due to her own merit but because of God's sovereign choice. The concept of finding favor is seen throughout Scripture, such as inGenesis 6:8 with Noah andExodus 33:12 with Moses. It signifies a special calling and purpose within God's plan. Mary's favor with God sets the stage for the miraculous conception of Jesus, fulfilling prophecies such asIsaiah 7:14, which speaks of a virgin bearing a son. This favor is a testament to God's grace and the unfolding of His redemptive plan through Jesus Christ. Persons / Places / Events 1. Angel GabrielA messenger of God who appears to Mary to deliver the news of her divine favor and forthcoming role as the mother of Jesus. Gabriel is known for delivering important messages from God, as seen in other biblical accounts. 2. MaryA young Jewish woman living in Nazareth, chosen by God to be the mother of Jesus. Her response to Gabriel's message is one of faith and obedience. 3. NazarethA small town in Galilee where Mary lived. It is significant as the humble setting for the announcement of the birth of the Messiah. 4. Divine FavorThe concept of being chosen or graced by God for a special purpose. In this context, it refers to Mary being selected to bear the Son of God. 5. FearAn emotional response that Mary experiences upon encountering the angel. Gabriel's reassurance addresses this fear, emphasizing God's favor and plan. Teaching Points Understanding Divine FavorGod's favor is not based on human merit but on His sovereign choice and grace. Like Mary, believers are called to respond with humility and obedience. Responding to Fear with FaithFear is a natural response to the unknown, but God's reassurance invites us to trust in His plan. Believers can find peace in God's promises and presence. The Role of Obedience in God's PlanMary's acceptance of God's will exemplifies the importance of obedience in fulfilling God's purposes. Believers are encouraged to submit to God's calling in their lives. The Significance of Humble BeginningsNazareth, a seemingly insignificant place, becomes the setting for a pivotal moment in salvation history. God often works through humble circumstances to accomplish His will. The Fulfillment of ProphecyThe announcement to Mary is a direct fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, reinforcing the reliability and continuity of God's Word. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Luke 1
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What is the Annunciation?(30) Thou hast found favour with God.--The noun is the same as that elsewhere translated "grace," but the latter word, though fit enough in itself, has become so associated with the technicalities of theology that it is better, in this place, to retain "favour."
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Greek Soκαὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.theὁ(ho)Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.angelἄγγελος(angelos)Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 32:From aggello; a messenger; especially an 'angel'; by implication, a pastor.toldεἶπεν(eipen)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2036:Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.her,αὐτῇ(autē)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Feminine 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.“{Do} notΜὴ(Mē)Adverb
Strong's 3361:Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.be afraid,φοβοῦ(phobou)Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 5399:From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere.Mary,Μαριάμ(Mariam)Noun - Vocative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3137:Or Mariam of Hebrew origin; Maria or Mariam, the name of six Christian females.forγὰρ(gar)Conjunction
Strong's 1063:For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.you have foundεὗρες(heures)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 2147:A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find.favorχάριν(charin)Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5485:From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act.withπαρὰ(para)Preposition
Strong's 3844:Gen: from; dat: beside, in the presence of; acc: alongside of.God.Θεῷ(Theō)Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316:A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.
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