Bible Strands
Luke 1:49
For the Mighty One has done great things for me. Holy is His name.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Mary speaks this declaration in response to God looking with favor on her humble state, as part of a proclamation that extends to all generations.
The words — δυνατός (dunatos) translates literally to "Mighty One," and ἅγιον (hagion) means "holy," directly identifying the subject and attribute of the statement.
The thread — The passage connects God’s mighty works to His name in Psalms 111:9, which pairs His holy name with redemption and covenant, and Psalms 126:2, which notes the LORD doing great things while the nations observe.
Why it lands — The text demands recognition of God’s power and holiness as the factual foundation for trusting His actions, requiring the reader to align their perspective with His character.
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The Greek words
King James Version
For he that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is his name.
Cross-references
- Psalms 126:2 Then our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with shouts of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.”
- Ephesians 3:20 Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us,
- Psalms 111:9 He has sent redemption to His people; He has ordained His covenant forever; holy and awesome is His name.
- Psalms 99:3 Let them praise Your great and awesome name—He is holy!
- Jeremiah 10:6 There is none like You, O LORD. You are great, and Your name is mighty in power.
- Genesis 17:1 When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the LORD appeared to him and said, “I am God Almighty. Walk before Me and be blameless.
- Isaiah 57:15 For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite.
- Revelation 15:4 Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.”
- Exodus 15:11 Who among the gods is like You, O LORD? Who is like You—majestic in holiness, revered with praises, performing wonders?
- Psalms 99:9 Exalt the LORD our God and worship at His holy mountain, for the LORD our God is holy.