Lexical Summary Elisabet: Elizabeth Original Word: Ἐλισάβετ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Elisabeth. Of Hebrew origin (Eliysheba'); Elisabet, an Israelitess -- Elisabeth. see HEBREW Eliysheba' NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Hebrew origin Elisheba Definition Elizabeth, an Israelitess NASB Translation Elizabeth (9). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1665: ἘλισάβετἘλισάβετ (WH Ἐλεισαβετ, see WH's Appendix, p. 155, and under the word εἰ, ἰ) (אֱלִישֶׁבַע my God is my oath, i. e. a worshipper of God), Elisabeth, wife of Zacharias the priest and mother of John the Baptist: Luke 1:5ff Topical Lexicon Identity in Redemptive History Elizabeth, the wife of Zechariah and mother of John the Baptist, appears only in Luke 1 (verses 5, 7, 13, 24, 36, 40, 41, 41, 57). A daughter of Aaron, she stands at the intersection of priestly lineage and prophetic promise, embodying the faithful remnant waiting for Israel’s consolation. Narrative Overview (Luke 1) • Luke 1:5 introduces Elizabeth as “righteous in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and decrees of the Lord.” Faith and Character Elizabeth exemplifies steadfast obedience amid disappointment. Her lifelong faithfulness under the reproach of barrenness demonstrates trust that God’s timing overrides cultural stigma. Luke’s description of her righteousness underscores that suffering is not necessarily a sign of divine displeasure. Prophetic Fulfillment Her conception authenticates the angelic message and underscores that John’s ministry is rooted in supernatural origins. As the last woman in Scripture whose womb God opens in old age, Elizabeth bridges Old Testament motifs to New Testament fulfillment. Her Spirit-empowered blessing of Mary proclaims the Messiah’s advent before His public revelation, making her the first recorded person to call Mary “the mother of my Lord” (Luke 1:43). Priestly and Messianic Intersection Coming from Aaronic stock and married to a priest, Elizabeth links the priesthood with the forthcoming prophetic era. Her son’s call “to prepare a people for the Lord” (Luke 1:17) echoes Malachi’s closing promise and inaugurates the transition from temple-centric worship to the Lamb of God’s atoning work. Lessons for Ministry 1. Persevering obedience positions believers to receive unexpected divine appointments. Typological Echoes • Like Sarah (Genesis 21) and Hannah (1 Samuel 1), Elizabeth’s late-in-life motherhood signals a pivotal turn in salvation history. Contemporary Application Elizabeth’s account assures believers that apparent delays do not negate divine purpose. Her Spirit-filled affirmation models how the Church should recognize and celebrate God’s work in others. In pastoral settings, she offers hope to couples experiencing infertility and guidance for mentoring relationships across age groups. Key References Luke 1:5; 1:7; 1:13; 1:24; 1:36; 1:40-45; 1:57 Forms and Transliterations Ελεισαβετ Ἐλεισάβετ Ἐλισάβετ Elisabet ElisábetLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Luke 1:5 NGRK: ὄνομα αὐτῆς Ἐλισάβετ NAS: of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. KJV: her name [was] Elisabeth. INT: name of her Elizabeth Luke 1:7 N Luke 1:13 N Luke 1:24 N Luke 1:36 N Luke 1:40 N Luke 1:41 N Luke 1:41 N Luke 1:57 N |
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