Luke 1

Commentary

Luke 1 is the first chapter of the Gospel of Luke, which is part of the New Testament of the Bible. This chapter begins with a brief introduction to the author, Luke, and his purpose for writing the Gospel. He states that he has carefully investigated the events he is about to record and that he is writing to provide an orderly account of the life of Jesus. The chapter then moves on to the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, two elderly people who were unable to have children. An angel appears to Zechariah and tells him that he and Elizabeth will have a son, who will be named John. Zechariah is initially skeptical, but the angel reassures him that this will come to pass. The chapter then shifts to the story of Mary, a young woman who is told by an angel that she will bear a son, Jesus, who will be the Son of God. Mary is initially afraid, but the angel reassures her that this will come to pass. The chapter ends with Mary visiting Elizabeth, who is pregnant with John. Elizabeth is filled with the Holy Spirit and proclaims a blessing on Mary. This chapter of Luke is an important one, as it introduces the main characters of the Gospel and sets the stage for the events to come. It also serves to emphasize the miraculous nature of Jesus' birth, as both Zechariah and Mary are told by angels that they will have children, despite their advanced age. This chapter also serves to emphasize the importance of faith, as both Zechariah and Mary are initially afraid, but ultimately trust in God's plan.