New International Version(as he said through his holy prophets of long ago),
New Living Translationjust as he promised through his holy prophets long ago.
English Standard Versionas he spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets from of old,
Berean Standard Bibleas He spoke through His holy prophets, those of ages past,
Berean Literal Bibleas He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets of old,
King James BibleAs he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, which have been since the world began:
New King James VersionAs He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets, Who have been since the world began,
New American Standard BibleJust as He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets from ancient times—
NASB 1995As He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets from of old—
NASB 1977As He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets from of old—
Legacy Standard BibleAs He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets from of old—
Amplified BibleJust as He promised by the mouth of His holy prophets from the most ancient times—
Christian Standard Biblejust as he spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets in ancient times;
Holman Christian Standard Biblejust as He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets in ancient times;
American Standard Version(As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets that have been from of old),
Contemporary English VersionLong ago the Lord promised by the words of his holy prophets
English Revised Version(As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets which have been since the world began),
GOD'S WORD® TranslationHe made this promise through his holy prophets long ago.
Good News TranslationHe promised through his holy prophets long ago
International Standard Versionjust as he promised long ago through the mouth of his holy prophets
NET Bibleas he spoke through the mouth of his holy prophets from long ago,
New Heart English Bible(as he spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets who have been from of old),
Webster's Bible TranslationAs he spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets, who have been since the world began:
Weymouth New TestamentAs He has spoken from all time by the lips of His holy Prophets-- Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleas He spoke through His holy prophets, those of ages past,
World English Bible(as he spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets who have been from of old), Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAs He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets, "" Which have been from the age;
Berean Literal Bibleas He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets of old,
Young's Literal Translation As He spake by the mouth of His holy prophets, Which have been from the age;
Smith's Literal TranslationAs he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, from forever: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAs he spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets, who are from the beginning:
Catholic Public Domain Versionjust as he spoke by the mouth of his holy Prophets, who are from ages past:
New American Bibleeven as he promised through the mouth of his holy prophets from of old:
New Revised Standard Versionas he spoke through the mouth of his holy prophets from of old, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleJust as he spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets who have been for ages,
Aramaic Bible in Plain English“Just as he spoke by the mouth of his holy Prophets that which is from eternity,” NT Translations Anderson New Testament(as he spoke by the mouth of all his holy prophets of ancient times,)
Godbey New TestamentAs he spoke through the mouth of His holy prophets from the beginning;
Haweis New Testamentas he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, which have been from the beginning:
Mace New Testamentaccording to the antient promise he made by the mouth of the holy prophets,
Weymouth New TestamentAs He has spoken from all time by the lips of His holy Prophets--
Worrell New Testament(as He spake through the mouth of His holy prophets from of old),
Worsley New Testamentin the house of his servant David, as He spake by the mouth of his holy prophets from the beginning,
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Zechariah's Song… 69He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David, 70asHe spokethroughHisholyprophets,those ofages past,71salvation from our enemies and from the hand of all who hate us,…
Cross References Acts 3:21Heaven must take Him in until the time comes for the restoration of all things, which God announced long ago through His holy prophets.
Romans 1:2the gospel He promised beforehand through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures,
Hebrews 1:1On many past occasions and in many different ways, God spoke to our fathers through the prophets.
2 Peter 1:21For no such prophecy was ever brought forth by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.
Acts 10:43All the prophets testify about Him that everyone who believes in Him receives forgiveness of sins through His name.”
Romans 16:26but now revealed and made known through the writings of the prophets by the command of the eternal God, in order to lead all nations to the obedience that comes from faith—
1 Peter 1:10-12Concerning this salvation, the prophets who foretold the grace to come to you searched and investigated carefully, / trying to determine the time and setting to which the Spirit of Christ in them was pointing when He predicted the sufferings of Christ and the glories to follow. / It was revealed to them that they were not serving themselves, but you, when they foretold the things now announced by those who preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. Even angels long to look into these things.
Matthew 1:22All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet:
John 5:39You pore over the Scriptures because you presume that by them you possess eternal life. These are the very words that testify about Me,
Acts 13:32-33And now we proclaim to you the good news: What God promised our fathers / He has fulfilled for us, their children, by raising up Jesus. As it is written in the second Psalm: ‘You are My Son; today I have become Your Father.’
2 Timothy 3:16All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness,
Isaiah 44:26who confirms the message of His servant and fulfills the counsel of His messengers, who says of Jerusalem, ‘She will be inhabited,’ and of the cities of Judah, ‘They will be rebuilt, and I will restore their ruins,’
Jeremiah 23:5Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land.
Daniel 9:24-27Seventy weeks are decreed for your people and your holy city to stop their transgression, to put an end to sin, to make atonement for iniquity, to bring in everlasting righteousness, to seal up vision and prophecy, and to anoint the Most Holy Place. / Know and understand this: From the issuance of the decree to restore and rebuild Jerusalem until the Messiah, the Prince, there will be seven weeks and sixty-two weeks. It will be rebuilt with streets and a trench, but in times of distress. / Then after the sixty-two weeks the Messiah will be cut off and will have nothing. Then the people of the prince who is to come will destroy the city and the sanctuary. The end will come like a flood, and until the end there will be war; desolations have been decreed. ...
Amos 3:7Surely the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing His plan to His servants the prophets.
Treasury of Scripture As he spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets, which have been since the world began: spake. 2 Samuel 23:2 The Spirit of the LORD spake by me, and his wordwas in my tongue. Jeremiah 30:10 Therefore fear thou not, O my servant Jacob, saith the LORD; neither be dismayed, O Israel: for, lo, I will save thee from afar, and thy seed from the land of their captivity; and Jacob shall return, and shall be in rest, and be quiet, and none shall makehim afraid. Mark 12:36 For David himself said by the Holy Ghost, The LORD said to my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, till I make thine enemies thy footstool. which. Luke 24:26,27,44 Ought not Christ to have suffered these things, and to enter into his glory? … Genesis 3:15 And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel. Genesis 12:3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed. Jump to Previous AgeAgoEarliestHolyLipsMouthProphetsTimeTimesWorldJump to Next AgeAgoEarliestHolyLipsMouthProphetsTimeTimesWorldLuke 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.as He spokeThis phrase emphasizes the divine communication from God to humanity. Throughout the Bible, God has spoken to His people in various ways, including through direct revelation, dreams, visions, and most notably, through His prophets. This underscores the belief in the Bible as the inspired Word of God, where God’s will and purposes are revealed to His people. The act of speaking signifies a personal and relational God who desires to communicate with His creation. through His holy prophets
The prophets were individuals chosen by God to deliver His messages to the people. They were considered holy, set apart for the specific purpose of conveying God’s words. The role of a prophet was not only to foretell future events but also to call people back to faithfulness and obedience to God’s covenant. Prophets like Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel played crucial roles in guiding Israel and Judah, often warning of judgment while also offering hope of redemption. The holiness of the prophets underscores their divine appointment and the sacredness of their message. those of ages past
This phrase refers to the long history of prophetic tradition in Israel, stretching back to figures like Moses, Samuel, and Elijah. It highlights the continuity and consistency of God’s message throughout history. The prophets of old spoke of God’s promises, including the coming of the Messiah, which is a central theme in the New Testament. This continuity is seen as evidence of God’s unchanging nature and His faithfulness to His promises. The phrase also connects the New Testament narrative to the Old Testament, showing the fulfillment of prophecies and the unfolding of God’s redemptive plan through Jesus Christ. Persons / Places / Events 1. GodThe ultimate speaker and source of prophecy, who communicates His will and plans through His chosen prophets. 2. Holy ProphetsIndividuals chosen by God throughout history to deliver His messages and reveal His plans to His people. 3. Ages PastRefers to the historical timeline of the Old Testament, where God consistently communicated with His people through prophets. Teaching Points The Faithfulness of GodGod is faithful in His promises, as evidenced by His consistent communication through the prophets. Believers can trust in His word and His plans for the future. The Role of ProphetsProphets were vital in conveying God's messages. Today, believers are called to discern and heed God's word as revealed in Scripture, which is the culmination of prophetic revelation. Continuity of God's PlanThe message of salvation and redemption has been consistent from the Old Testament through the New Testament. Understanding this continuity helps believers appreciate the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. The Importance of ScriptureSince God has spoken through the prophets, the Bible is a reliable source of truth and guidance. Believers should prioritize studying and applying Scripture in their daily lives. Living in ExpectationJust as the prophets spoke of the coming Messiah, believers today live in expectation of Christ's return. This anticipation should influence how we live and share the gospel. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Luke 1
What did Jesus mean by 'This generation will not pass'?
If the Bible is historically accurate, why do its prophecies often fail or require vague reinterpretation?
Why do Jesus' statements about the end times suggest he expected the world to end in his generation?
In Mark 13:30, Jesus says 'this generation shall not pass' before these events happen; how do we reconcile this statement with the centuries that have passed?(70) His holy prophets, which have been since the world began.--The words were probably more than a lofty paraphrase of the more usual language, "of old time," "of ancient days," and imply a reference to the great first Gospel, as it has been called, of Genesis 3:15, as well as to those made to Abraham, who is the first person named as a prophet ( Genesis 20:7). Verse 70. - By the mouth of his holy prophets. Zacharias looked on all that was then happening as clearly foretold in those sacred prophetic writings preserved in the nation with so much care and reverence. Which have been since the world began. He considered Messianic prophecy as dating from the first intimation after the fall in Eden ( Genesis 3:15), and continuing in an intermittent but yet unbroken line from Genesis to Malachi.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek asκαθὼς(kathōs)Adverb
Strong's 2531:According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that.He spokeἐλάλησεν(elalēsen)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2980:A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.throughδιὰ(dia)Preposition
Strong's 1223:A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.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.holyἁγίων(hagiōn)Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 40:Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.prophets,προφητῶν(prophētōn)Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 4396:From a compound of pro and phemi; a foreteller; by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet.[those] ofἀπ’(ap’)Preposition
Strong's 575:From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.ages past,αἰῶνος(aiōnos)Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 165:From the same as aei; properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity; by implication, the world; specially a Messianic period.
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