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For behold, when the voice of your greeting came into my ears, the baby leaped in my womb for joy!

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A Supernatural Sign

Commentators explain that the baby's leap was not a random movement but a supernatural sign for Elizabeth. John Gill notes this extraordinary event, prompted by the sound of Mary's greeting, was the signal by which the Holy Spirit confirmed to Elizabeth that she was in the presence of 'the mother of her Lord.'

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Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Luke 1:44–45

19th Century

Preacher

For, lo, as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in mine ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy. And blessed is she that believed: for…

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Luke 1:44

“Blessed” (GK 3421) describes the happy situation of those whom God favors. Elizabeth gave the blessing Zechariah’s muteness prevented him from giv…

John Gill

John Gill

On Luke 1:44

17th Century

Pastor

For lo, as soon as the voice of your salutation sounded in
my ears
This she mentions,…

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Matthew Henry

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 …