Luke 1:48 cpdv — For he has looked with favor on the humility of his handmaid. For behold, from this time, all generations shall call me…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"For he has looked with favor on the humility of his handmaid. For behold, from this time, all generations shall call me blessed. "

— Luke 1:48, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Luke 1 — Context

45

And blessed are you who believed, for the things that were spoken to you by the Lord shall be accomplished.”

46

And Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord.

47

And my spirit leaps for joy in God my Savior.

48

For he has looked with favor on the humility of his handmaid. For behold, from this time, all generations shall call me blessed.

49

For he who is great has done great things for me, and holy is his name.

50

And his mercy is from generation to generations for those who fear him.

51

He has accomplished powerful deeds with his arm. He has scattered the arrogant in the intentions of their heart.

Luke 1:48 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 1:48 say?
Luke 1:48 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For he has looked with favor on the humility of his handmaid. For behold, from this time, all generations shall call me blessed. ”
Where is Luke 1:48 in the Bible?
Luke 1:48 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 1, verse 48.
Who wrote Luke?
Luke is traditionally attributed to Luke the physician, companion of Paul. It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Luke about?
Luke writes "an orderly account" of Jesus' life from a careful historian's pen, with special attention to the poor, the outsider, women, prayer, and the Holy Spirit. From the angelic announcements at the beginning to the Emmaus road at the end, Luke shows Jesus as the Savior of the world.
What are the major themes of Luke?
Luke explores themes including Salvation for All, Holy Spirit, Prayer, Compassion, Joy. These themes shape the meaning and context of Luke 1:48.
What translation should I read Luke 1:48 in?
Luke 1:48 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Luke 1:48?
Luke 1:48 reads (CPDV): “For he has looked with favor on the humility of his handmaid. For behold, from this time, all generations shall call me blessed. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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