Expositor's Bible Commentary Commentary Luke 1:44

"For behold, when the voice of thy salutation came into mine ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy." — Luke 1:44 (ASV)

“Blessed” (GK 3421) describes the happy situation of those whom God favors. Elizabeth gave the blessing Zechariah’s muteness prevented him from giving (see vv.68–74). In her blessing Elizabeth called attention to Mary’s faith and God’s faithfulness.