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Prophecy as Inspired Praise
Commentators explain that when Zechariah "prophesied," it meant more than just foretelling events. The term here describes a broad, inspired utterance of praise to God, guided by the Holy Spirit. His song, which follows, is a powerful example of celebrating God's faithfulness, rooted in Old Testament promises.
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Albert Barnes
On Luke 1:67
18th Century
Theologian
Filled with the Holy Ghost. See Luke 1:15.
And prophesied. The word prophesy means —
- To foretell future event…
AT Robertson
On Luke 1:67
Prophesied (επροφητευσεν). Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. This Benedictus (Ευλογητος, Blessed ) of…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 1:67
19th Century
Bishop
Was filled with the Holy Ghost, and prophesied.—The latter word appears to be used in its wider sense of an inspired utte…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 1:67
Zechariah the priest now prophesies. As the Holy Spirit had filled Elizabeth (v.41), he now fills Zechariah. His previous doubt and his discipline …
John Calvin
On Luke 1:67
16th Century
Theologian
Zacharias was filled with the Holy Ghost. We have recently explained this phrase to mean that the servants of God received more abundantly…
John Gill
On Luke 1:67
17th Century
Pastor
And his father Zacharias was filled with the Holy Ghost ,
etc.] With a spirit of prophecy, as his wife Elisabeth had…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 1:67–80
17th Century
Minister
Zacharias uttered a prophecy concerning the kingdom and salvation of the Messiah. The gospel brings light with it; in it the day dawns. In John the…