Elisabeth, a significant figure in the New Testament, is primarily known as the wife of Zechariah and the mother of John the Baptist. Her account is recounted in the Gospel of Luke, where she is depicted as a righteous and devout woman, living in the hill country of Judea. Elisabeth is a descendant of Aaron, the brother of Moses, which places her within the priestly lineage of Israel (Luke 1:5).

Righteousness and Faithfulness

Elisabeth and her husband Zechariah are described as "righteous in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and decrees of the Lord" (Luke 1:6). Despite their faithfulness, they faced the personal trial of childlessness, as Elisabeth was barren and both were advanced in years (Luke 1:7). In the cultural context of ancient Israel, barrenness was often seen as a source of shame and a sign of divine disfavor, yet Elisabeth remained steadfast in her faith.

Divine Intervention and the Birth of John the Baptist

The turning point in Elisabeth's life comes when the angel Gabriel appears to Zechariah while he is serving in the temple, announcing that they will have a son who will be great in the sight of the Lord and will prepare the way for the Messiah (Luke 1:13-17). Zechariah's initial disbelief results in him being rendered mute until the prophecy is fulfilled.

Elisabeth's conception is a miraculous event, and she acknowledges the Lord's intervention, saying, "The Lord has done this for me. In these days He has shown His favor and taken away my disgrace among the people" (Luke 1:25). Her pregnancy is a testament to God's power and faithfulness, fulfilling His promises in His own timing.

The Visitation of Mary

Elisabeth's account is further enriched by her encounter with Mary, the mother of Jesus. When Mary visits her, Elisabeth is filled with the Holy Spirit, and the baby in her womb leaps for joy (Luke 1:41). Recognizing the significance of Mary's pregnancy, Elisabeth exclaims, "Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!" (Luke 1:42). She also acknowledges Mary's faith, saying, "Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord’s word to her will be fulfilled" (Luke 1:45).

The Birth and Naming of John

When Elisabeth gives birth, her neighbors and relatives rejoice with her, recognizing the Lord's great mercy (Luke 1:58). On the eighth day, during the circumcision ceremony, there is a moment of contention over the child's name. While others expect him to be named after his father, Elisabeth insists that he be called John, in accordance with the angel's message (Luke 1:60). Zechariah confirms this by writing, "His name is John," and immediately regains his speech, praising God (Luke 1:63-64).

Legacy

Elisabeth's role in the biblical narrative is pivotal, as she is part of the divine plan to prepare the way for Jesus Christ through her son, John the Baptist. Her account exemplifies faith, obedience, and the fulfillment of God's promises. Through her life, believers are reminded of God's sovereignty and the joy that comes from trusting in His timing and purposes.Elisabeth

Elizabeth, the oath, or fullness, of God

Elisabeth

(the oath of God), the wife of Zacharias and mother of John the Baptist. She was herself of the priestly family, and a relation, (Luke 1:36) of the mother of our Lord.

Elisabeth

A devout woman, "of the daughters of Aaron," the wife of Zacharias, and mother of John the Baptist, Luke 1:5-25,36,39-80.

God her oath, the mother of John the Baptist (Luke 1:5). She was a descendant of Aaron. She and her husband Zacharias (q.v.) "were both righteous before God" (Luke 1:5, 13). Mary's visit to Elisabeth is described in 1:39-63. ELISABETH

e-liz'-a-beth (Elisabet, Westcott and Hort Eleisdbet, from Heb 'elishebha` (Elisheba), "God is (my) oath," i.e. a worshipper of God):

Wife of Zacharias the priest and mother of John the Baptist (Luke 1:5). Elisabeth herself was of priestly lineage and a "kinswoman" (the King James Version COUSIN, which see) of the Virgin Mary (Luke 1:36), of whose visit to Elisabeth a remarkable account is given in Luke 1:39-56.

See ZACHARIAS.

1665. Elisabet -- Elizabeth, an Israelitess
... Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable Transliteration: Elisabet Phonetic Spelling:
(el-ee-sab'-et) Short Definition: Elisabeth Definition: Elizabeth ...
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Zacharias and Elisabeth, Sinners.
... Book II. Chapter 19."Zacharias and Elisabeth, Sinners. Now what must
we say of Zacharias and Elisabeth, who are often alleged ...
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Mary, Future Mother of Jesus, visits Elisabeth, Future Mother of ...
... VII. Mary, Future Mother of Jesus, Visits Elisabeth, Future Mother of John the
Baptist. (in the Hill Country of Jud??a, bc5.) ^C Luke 1:39-56. ...
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Of what John Learned from Jesus when Mary visited Elisabeth in the ...
... Sixth Book. 30. Of What John Learned from Jesus When Mary Visited Elisabeth
in the Hill Country. "The next day John seeth Jesus ...
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C. The "Magnificat. " Ch. 1:39-56
... arose in these days and went into the hill country with haste, into a city of Judah;
40 and entered into the house of Zacharias and saluted Elisabeth.41 And it ...
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The Birth of John Foretold. Chs. 1:5-25
... Herod, king of Judaea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abijah:
and he had a wife of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth.6 And ...
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Elijah Come Again
... Herod the king of Judea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abia:
and his wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth.6. And ...
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The Promised Birth of John the Baptist.
... of Herod, king of Judaea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abijah:
and he had a wife of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth. ...
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Significance of the Names of John and of his Parents.
... The relatives wish, as the giving of a name is a thing not to be lightly disposed
of, to call the child Zacharias, and are surprised that Elisabeth should want ...
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Mary's visit to Her Cousin.
... And Mary arose in these days and went into the hill country with haste, into a city
of Judah; and entered into the house of Zacharias and saluted Elisabeth. ...
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B. The Annunciation to Mary. Ch. 1:26-38
... of the Most High shall overshadow thee: wherefore also the holy thing which is begotten
shall be called the Son of God.36 And behold, Elisabeth thy kinswoman ...
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Elisabeth (8 Occurrences)
... She and her husband Zacharias (qv) "were both righteous before God" (Luke 1:5, 13).
Mary's visit to Elisabeth is described in 1:39-63. Int. ...ELISABETH. ...
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Elisabeth's (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Elisabeth's (1 Occurrence). Luke 1:57 Now Elisabeth's
full time came that she should be delivered; and she brought forth a son. ...
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Mary (50 Occurrences)
... 11; Luke 1:32). She was connected by marriage with Elisabeth, who was
of the lineage of Aaron (Luke 1:36). While she resided at ...
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Zacharias (11 Occurrences)
... While Zacharias ministered at the golden altar of incense in the holy place, it
was announced to him by the angel Gabriel that his wife Elisabeth, who was also ...
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Ears (449 Occurrences)
... Luke 1:13 But the angel said, Have no fear, Zacharias, for your prayer has come
to the ears of God, and your wife Elisabeth will have a son, and his name will ...
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Inside (185 Occurrences)
... Luke 1:41 And when the voice of Mary came to the ears of Elisabeth, the baby made
a sudden move inside her; then Elisabeth was full of the Holy Spirit, (BBE). ...
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Move (113 Occurrences)
... Luke 1:41 And when the voice of Mary came to the ears of Elisabeth, the baby made
a sudden move inside her; then Elisabeth was full of the Holy Spirit, (BBE). ...
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Babe (15 Occurrences)
... Luke 1:41 And it came to pass, that, when Elisabeth heard the salutation of Mary,
the babe leaped in her womb; and Elisabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost ...
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Salutation (6 Occurrences)
... Luke 1:41 And it came to pass, that, when Elisabeth heard the salutation of Mary,
the babe leaped in her womb; and Elisabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost ...
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Sudden (33 Occurrences)
... Luke 1:41 And when the voice of Mary came to the ears of Elisabeth, the baby made
a sudden move inside her; then Elisabeth was full of the Holy Spirit, (BBE). ...
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