A.T. Robertson Commentary Luke 7:16

"And fear took hold on all: and they glorified God, saying, A great prophet is arisen among us: and, God hath visited his people." — Luke 7:16 (ASV)

Fear seized all (ελαβεν δε φοβος παντας). Aorist active indicative. At once.

They glorified God (εδοξαζον τον θεον). Imperfect active, inchoative, began and increased.