Luke 1:55 cpdv — just as he spoke to our fathers: to Abraham and to his offspring forever.”

Catholic Public Domain Version

"just as he spoke to our fathers: to Abraham and to his offspring forever.” "

— Luke 1:55, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Luke 1 — Context

52

He has deposed the powerful from their seat, and he has exalted the humble.

53

He has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he has sent away empty.

54

He has taken up his servant Israel, mindful of his mercy,

55

just as he spoke to our fathers: to Abraham and to his offspring forever.”

56

Then Mary stayed with her for about three months. And she returned to her own house.

57

Now the time for Elizabeth to give birth arrived, and she brought forth a son.

58

And her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had magnified his mercy with her, and so they congratulated her.

Luke 1:55 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 1:55 say?
Luke 1:55 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “just as he spoke to our fathers: to Abraham and to his offspring forever.” ”
Where is Luke 1:55 in the Bible?
Luke 1:55 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 1, verse 55.
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 1:55.
What translation should I read Luke 1:55 in?
Luke 1:55 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 1:55?
Luke 1:55 reads (CPDV): “just as he spoke to our fathers: to Abraham and to his offspring forever.” ” 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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