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More Than a Meal
Commentators agree that "hungry" and "rich" refer primarily to one's spiritual state, not just financial status. The "hungry" are those who recognize their deep need for God, salvation, and righteousness. The "rich" are those who are self-sufficient, trusting in their own goodness or wealth, and feel no need for God.
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Albert Barnes
On Luke 1:53
18th Century
Theologian
He has filled the hungry with good things. This is a celebration of the general mercy of God. He has daily fed the poor, the needy, and th…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 1:53
19th Century
Bishop
He hath filled the hungry.—It is interesting to note the manner in which the song of the Virgin anticipates the beatitude…
Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 1:51–53
19th Century
Preacher
He hath shewed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He hath put down the mighty from their se…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 1:53
The main verbs in the next two strophes are in the past tense. They probably recall the specific times in the OT when God acted (vv.51–52). We must…
John Gill
On Luke 1:53
17th Century
Pastor
He hath filled the hungry with good things
Such as earnestly desired and longed after the coming of the Messiah, as g…
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 …