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New International Version
he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to go into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

New Living Translation
As was the custom of the priests, he was chosen by lot to enter the sanctuary of the Lord and burn incense.

English Standard Version
according to the custom of the priesthood, he was chosen by lot to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

Berean Standard Bible
he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

Berean Literal Bible
according to the custom of the priesthood, it fell to him by lot to burn incense, having entered into the temple of the Lord.

King James Bible
According to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord.

New King James Version
according to the custom of the priesthood, his lot fell to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord.

New American Standard Bible
according to the custom of the priestly office, he was chosen by lot to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

NASB 1995
according to the custom of the priestly office, he was chosen by lot to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

NASB 1977
according to the custom of the priestly office, he was chosen by lot to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

Legacy Standard Bible
according to the custom of the priestly office, he was chosen by lot to enter the sanctuary of the Lord and burn incense.

Amplified Bible
as was the custom of the priesthood, he was chosen by lot to enter [the sanctuary of] the temple of the Lord and burn incense [on the altar of incense].

Christian Standard Bible
it happened that he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the sanctuary of the Lord and burn incense.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
it happened that he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the sanctuary of the Lord and burn incense.

American Standard Version
according to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to enter into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

Contemporary English Version
According to the custom of the priests, he had been chosen to go into the Lord's temple that day and to burn incense,

English Revised Version
according to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to enter into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
he was chosen by priestly custom to go into the Lord's temple to burn incense.

Good News Translation
According to the custom followed by the priests, he was chosen by lot to burn incense on the altar. So he went into the Temple of the Lord,

International Standard Version
he was chosen by lot to go into the sanctuary of the Lord and burn incense, according to the custom of the priests.

NET Bible
he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the holy place of the Lord and burn incense.

New Heart English Bible
according to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to enter into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

Webster's Bible Translation
According to the custom of the priests' office, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord.

Weymouth New Testament
it fell to his lot--according to the custom of the priesthood--to go into the Sanctuary of the Lord and burn the incense;

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

World English Bible
according to the custom of the priest’s office, his lot was to enter into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
according to the custom of the priesthood, his lot was to make incense, having gone into the temple of the LORD,

Berean Literal Bible
according to the custom of the priesthood, it fell to him by lot to burn incense, having entered into the temple of the Lord.

Young's Literal Translation
according to the custom of the priesthood, his lot was to make perfume, having gone into the sanctuary of the Lord,

Smith's Literal Translation
According to the custom of the priesthood, he drew lots to burn incense, having entered into the temple of the Lord.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
According to the custom of the priestly office, it was his lot to offer incense, going into the temple of the Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version
according to the custom of the priesthood, the lot fell so that he would offer incense, entering into the temple of the Lord.

New American Bible
according to the practice of the priestly service, he was chosen by lot to enter the sanctuary of the Lord to burn incense.

New Revised Standard Version
he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the sanctuary of the Lord and offer incense.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
According to the custom of the priesthood, his turn came to burn incense; so he entered the temple of the Lord.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
In the tradition of the priesthood, it befell him to offer incense, and he entered The Temple of THE LORD JEHOVAH.

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
according to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to burn incense, when he went into the temple of the Lord.

Godbey New Testament
(according to the custom of the priesthood he was chosen by lot to offer incense), having gone into the temple of the Lord;

Haweis New Testament
according to the custom of the priesthood, it fell to his lot to burn the incense when he went into the temple of the Lord.

Mace New Testament
and according to the custom of distributing the parts, it fell to his lot to burn incense in the sanctuary.

Weymouth New Testament
it fell to his lot--according to the custom of the priesthood--to go into the Sanctuary of the Lord and burn the incense;

Worrell New Testament
it fell to his lot, according to the custom of the priest's office, having gone into the temple of the Lord, to offer incense;

Worsley New Testament
according to the custom ofdividing the office of the priests,that it fell to his lot to burn incense, entring into the temple of the Lord:

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Gabriel Foretells John's Birth
…8One day while Zechariah’s division was on duty and he was serving as priest before God,9he was chosen by lot,according to the custom of the priesthood,to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.10And at the hour of the incense offering, the whole congregation was praying outside.…

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Cross References

Exodus 30:7-8
And Aaron is to burn fragrant incense on it every morning when he tends the lamps. / When Aaron sets up the lamps at twilight, he must burn the incense perpetually before the LORD for the generations to come.

1 Chronicles 23:13
The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.

2 Chronicles 29:11
Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.”

Hebrews 9:6
When everything had been prepared in this way, the priests entered regularly into the first room to perform their sacred duties.

1 Samuel 2:28
And out of all the tribes of Israel I selected your father to be My priest, to offer sacrifices on My altar, to burn incense, and to wear an ephod in My presence. I also gave to the house of your father all the food offerings of the Israelites.

Numbers 16:40
just as the LORD commanded him through Moses. This was to be a reminder to the Israelites that no outsider who is not a descendant of Aaron should approach to offer incense before the LORD, lest he become like Korah and his followers.

Revelation 8:3-4
Then another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, along with the prayers of all the saints, on the golden altar before the throne. / And the smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of the saints, rose up before God from the hand of the angel.

1 Chronicles 24:19
This was their appointed order for service when they entered the house of the LORD, according to the regulations prescribed for them by their forefather Aaron, as the LORD, the God of Israel, had commanded him.

2 Chronicles 8:14
In keeping with the ordinances of his father David, Solomon appointed the divisions of the priests over their service, and the Levites for their duties to offer praise and to minister before the priests according to the daily requirement. He also appointed gatekeepers by their divisions at each gate, for this had been the command of David, the man of God.

Leviticus 16:17
No one may be in the Tent of Meeting from the time Aaron goes in to make atonement in the Most Holy Place until he leaves, after he has made atonement for himself, his household, and the whole assembly of Israel.

1 Kings 8:11
so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 5:14
so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of God.

1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.

Numbers 18:7
But only you and your sons shall attend to your priesthood for everything concerning the altar and what is inside the veil, and you are to perform that service. I am giving you the work of the priesthood as a gift, but any outsider who comes near the sanctuary must be put to death.”

1 Chronicles 6:49
But Aaron and his sons did all the work of the Most Holy Place. They presented the offerings on the altar of burnt offering and on the altar of incense to make atonement for Israel, according to all that Moses the servant of God had commanded.

Treasury of Scripture

According to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord.

his.

Exodus 30:7,8
And Aaron shall burn thereon sweet incense every morning: when he dresseth the lamps, he shall burn incense upon it…

Exodus 37:25-29
And he made the incense altarof shittim wood: the length of itwas a cubit, and the breadth of it a cubit;it was foursquare; and two cubitswas the height of it; the horns thereof were of the same…

Numbers 16:40
To be a memorial unto the children of Israel, that no stranger, whichis not of the seed of Aaron, come near to offer incense before the LORD; that he be not as Korah, and as his company: as the LORD said to him by the hand of Moses.

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Luke 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.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

he was chosen by lot
The practice of casting lots was a common method in ancient Israel to discern God's will, especially in decisions related to the priesthood and temple service. This method ensured that the selection was impartial and divinely guided. The casting of lots is seen in other biblical instances, such as the division of the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel (Joshua 18:10) and the selection of Matthias as an apostle to replace Judas (Acts 1:26). The use of lots underscores the belief in God's sovereignty over human affairs.

according to the custom of the priesthood
The priesthood in Israel was established by God through Moses, with Aaron and his descendants serving as priests (Exodus 28:1). The duties of the priests were highly regulated, with specific customs and traditions passed down through generations. These customs included the rotation of priestly duties, as seen in1 Chronicles 24, where King David organized the priests into divisions. The custom of casting lots for temple service ensured that each priest had the opportunity to serve in the holy place, as there were many priests and limited opportunities.

to enter the temple of the Lord
The temple in Jerusalem was the central place of worship for the Israelites, symbolizing God's presence among His people. It was originally built by Solomon (1 Kings 6) and later rebuilt after the Babylonian exile. By the time ofLuke 1, Herod's Temple stood as a magnificent structure. Entering the temple was a significant honor and responsibility, as it was where God's presence dwelt. Only priests could enter the holy place, and only the high priest could enter the Most Holy Place, and that only once a year on the Day of Atonement (Leviticus 16).

and burn incense
Burning incense was a key part of the daily temple rituals, symbolizing the prayers of the people ascending to God (Psalm 141:2;Revelation 8:3-4). The incense altar was located in the holy place, just outside the veil separating it from the Most Holy Place. The incense offering was made twice daily, in the morning and evening (Exodus 30:7-8). This act of worship was a reminder of the need for continual prayer and intercession before God. The burning of incense also foreshadows Christ's role as our intercessor, who continually mediates on behalf of believers (Hebrews 7:25).

Persons / Places / Events

1.Zechariah
A priest from the division of Abijah, chosen to burn incense in the temple. His selection by lot signifies divine appointment and favor.

2.Temple of the Lord
The sacred place in Jerusalem where Jewish priests performed their duties. It symbolizes God's presence among His people.

3.Burning Incense
A priestly duty symbolizing prayer and intercession. It represents the prayers of the people rising to God.

4.Lot
The method used to select priests for temple duties, reflecting God's sovereignty in decision-making.

5.Priesthood
The Levitical order responsible for temple worship and sacrifices, emphasizing holiness and service to God.

Teaching Points

Divine Appointment
God orchestrates events in our lives, even through seemingly random processes like casting lots. Trust in His sovereignty and timing.

Symbolism of Incense
Our prayers are precious to God, like incense rising before Him. Cultivate a consistent prayer life, knowing it is a sweet aroma to the Lord.

Faithfulness in Service
Zechariah's faithful service, despite his personal struggles, reminds us to remain committed to our God-given duties.

God's Presence
The temple represents God's dwelling among His people. Seek to cultivate an awareness of God's presence in your daily life.

Priestly Role of Believers
As believers, we are called to be a royal priesthood (1 Peter 2:9). Embrace your role in interceding for others and serving God.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Luke 1:9?

2.How does Luke 1:9 demonstrate God's sovereignty in choosing our roles?

3.What significance does "chosen by lot" have in understanding divine appointment?

4.How can we discern God's calling in our daily responsibilities?

5.How does Luke 1:9 connect with Proverbs 16:33 about God's control over events?

6.How can we faithfully serve in roles God assigns, as seen in Luke 1:9?

7.What is the significance of Zechariah's priestly duty in Luke 1:9?

8.How does Luke 1:9 reflect the importance of temple rituals?

9.Why was Zechariah chosen by lot according to Luke 1:9?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 1?

11.What is the Nunc Dimittis?

12.What events shaped Jesus' early life and upbringing?

13.How does Jesus exemplify human qualities and experiences?

14.What does the Bible say about using incense?

What Does Luke 1:9 Mean

He was chosen by lot

• Zechariah did not volunteer; “the lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD” (Proverbs 16:33). God used a simple drawing to place one man at the exact spot and hour He had ordained.

• Casting lots for ministry is seen again when the apostles chose Matthias (Acts 1:26). Scripture consistently presents the practice as a means God can employ to reveal His will.

• Priests in the days of David were already divided “impartially by drawing lots” (1 Chronicles 24:5). Zechariah stands in that same line, underscoring the continuity and reliability of God’s plan through the ages.

According to the custom of the priesthood

• By New Testament times the 24 priestly divisions established in1 Chronicles 24 rotated service in the temple twice a year (Luke 1:8;1 Chronicles 24:19).

• Each division’s week included a daily selection—again by lot—for specific tasks. The routine shows the order God values: “everything must be done in a proper and orderly manner” (1 Corinthians 14:40, applied here by pattern).

• Tradition restricted a priest to offering incense only once in his lifetime, making Zechariah’s moment a singular honor and a divine appointment that would intersect with the angelic announcement to follow.

To enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense

• The priest stepped into the Holy Place, just outside the veil, to burn incense on the golden altar every morning and evening (Exodus 30:7-8). This fragrant smoke rose heavenward, picturing prayer. “May my prayer be set before You like incense” (Psalm 141:2).

• InRevelation 8:3-4 the same imagery appears as “the smoke of the incense, with the prayers of the saints, rose up before God,” confirming that the ritual pointed beyond itself to continual intercession.

• Only priests could draw this near, foreshadowing Jesus our great High Priest who “always lives to intercede” (Hebrews 7:25). Zechariah’s service highlights both the privilege and the limitation of the old covenant system—access was close, yet not fully open until Christ.

summary

Luke 1:9 shows God sovereignly guiding events through an established priestly custom to place Zechariah at the altar of incense. The lot revealed God’s choice, the custom framed it in orderly tradition, and the act of burning incense symbolized prayer and foreshadowed Christ’s perfect intercession. Every detail underscores the faithfulness of God to work through Scripture-ordained patterns to accomplish His redemptive purposes.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(9)His lot was to burn incense.--The order of the courses was, as has been said, one of rotation. The distribution of functions during the week was determined by lot. That of offering incense, symbolising, as it did, the priestly work of presenting the prayers of the people, and joining his own with them (Psalm 141:2;Revelation 5:8), was of all priestly acts the most distinctive (2Chronicles 26:18). At such a moment all the hopes of one who looked for the Christ as the consolation of Israel would gather themselves into one great intercession.

Into the temple of the Lord--i.e., the Holy Place, into which none but the priests might enter.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 9. -His lot was to burn incense; more accurately, he obtained by lot the duty of entering and offering incense. The office of burning incense gave the priest to whom this important lot fell the right of entering the holy place. It was the most coveted of all the priestly duties. The Talmud says the priest who obtained the right to perform this high duty was not permitted to draw the lot a second time in the same week, and as the whole number of priests at this time was very large - some say even as many as twenty thousand - Farrar conjectures that it would never happen to the same priest twice in his lifetime to enter that sacred spot.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

he was chosen by lot,
ἔλαχε(elache)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2975:A prolonged form of a primary verb, which is only used as an alternate in certain tenses; to lot, i.e. Determine especially by lot.

according to
κατὰ(kata)
Preposition
Strong's 2596:A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).

the
τὸ(to)
Article - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

custom
ἔθος(ethos)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 1485:A custom, habit; an institute, rite. From etho; a usage.

of the
τῆς(tēs)
Article - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

priesthood,
ἱερατείας(hierateias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 2405:The duty (office) of a priest, priesthood. From hierateuo; priestliness, i.e. The sacerdotal function.

to enter
εἰσελθὼν(eiselthōn)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1525:To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter.

the
τὸν(ton)
Article - Accusative 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.

temple
ναὸν(naon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3485:A temple, a shrine, that part of the temple where God himself resides. From a primary naio; a fane, shrine, temple.

of the
τοῦ(tou)
Article - Genitive 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.

Lord
Κυρίου(Kyriou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962:Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

[and] burn incense.
θυμιᾶσαι(thymiasai)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 2370:To burn incense. From a derivative of thuo; to fumigate, i.e. Offer aromatic fumes.

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