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Blessed Because of Jesus
Commentators like John Calvin and John Gill clarify that Mary is called "blessed among women" precisely because "blessed is the fruit of thy womb." Her unique honor is not independent but flows directly from her role as the mother of the Messiah, who is the ultimate source of all blessing.
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Albert Barnes
On Luke 1:42
18th Century
Theologian
Blessed art thou among women. She here repeated nearly the words of the angel to Mary, esteeming it to be the highest honour among mothers…
AT Robertson
On Luke 1:42
With a loud cry (κραυγη μεγαλη). A moment of ecstatic excitement.
Blessed art thou (ευλογημενη). Perfect p…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 1:42
19th Century
Bishop
Blessed art thou among women.—The language, like that of most of the utterances in these chapters, is taken from the poet…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 1:39–43
19th Century
Preacher
And Mary arose in those days, and went into the hill country with haste, into a city of Judah; and entered into the house of Zacharias, and sal…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 1:42
In this beautiful narrative, the stirring of the unborn child becomes a joyful prelude to Elizabeth’s being filled by the Holy Spirit, who enlighte…
John Calvin
On Luke 1:42
16th Century
Theologian
Blessed art thou. She seems to put Mary and Christ on an equal footing, which would have been highly improper.
But I cheerfully agr…
John Gill
On Luke 1:42
17th Century
Pastor
And she spoke out with a loud voice
So as that all in the house might hear; she spoke with great vehemency of soul, …
Matthew Henry
On Luke 1:39–56
17th Century
Minister
It is very good for those who have the work of grace begun in their souls to share with one another. On Mary's arrival, Elisabeth was conscious of …