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Describe Zacharias and his wife. Name at least 3 facts.
Zacharias was a priest. Elizabeth is his wife. They have no children. Both are descendants of Aaron.
Who appeared to Zacharias, when, and where? What promise did he make?
An angel called Gabriel appeared at the right side of the altar of incense, promising that his wife Elizabeth would bear a son.
What was the child to be named for Zacharias and Elizabeth?
John
List at least 3 facts the angel revealed about the child John.
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What objection did Zacharias raise and what sign was given?
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What happened when Zacharias came out of the temple?
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How was the promise of the angel fulfilled?
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To whom did Gabriel appear next? Where did this happen?
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How did the angel greet Mary?
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What did Gabriel say would happen to Mary? What would the child be named?
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What facts did the angel predict regarding Jesus?
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How did Mary react to Gabriel? How did Gabriel respond?
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What did Gabriel say this would prove about Jesus?
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What did Gabriel say about Elizabeth? And how does all this relate to God's power?
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What conclusion did Mary reach, and where did she immediately go?
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Describe how Elizabeth greeted Mary.
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How did John react to Mary?
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If John was called a baby, what does that prove about the nature of an unborn child?
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What did Mary say her relationship with God was? What would future people say about her?
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Explain the contrast in verses 50-53 (Luke 1) between the rich and powerful compared to the poor and lowly.
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What happened three months later?
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What name did friends and relatives expect the baby to have? What name did Elizabeth choose? Why?
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What did Zacharias say the name should be, and what happened as a result? What prophecy did this fulfill?
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What effect did this have on bystanders?
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For what did Zacharias give thanks?
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What oath was God keeping? What could people do as a result?
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What role would John have in this?
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Describe John's early life.
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Where did Joseph go and why?
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What was Joseph's lineage?
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Study Notes
Zacharias and Elizabeth
- Zacharias is a priest, married to Elizabeth, who is also of priestly lineage, both are descendants of Aaron.
- They are elderly and have no children.
Gabriel's Appearance
- The angel Gabriel appeared to Zacharias at the altar of incense in the temple.
- Gabriel promised that Elizabeth would bear a son named John.
John's Characteristics
- John was to be a Nazirite, abstaining from wine and other fermented drinks.
- He would be filled with the Holy Spirit from birth, and many would rejoice at his birth.
Zacharias' Doubt and Sign
- Zacharias questioned Gabriel's message due to his age, leading Gabriel to render him mute as a sign.
Zacharias' Muteness
- After exiting the temple, Zacharias was unable to speak, which astonished the people waiting for him.
Fulfillment of the Promise
- Elizabeth became pregnant, fulfilling Gabriel’s promise.
Gabriel and Mary
- Gabriel subsequently appeared to Mary in Nazareth, greeting her as "highly favored."
Mary's Announcement
- Gabriel announced that Mary would conceive a son named Jesus, who would save his people from their sins.
Jesus’ Predicted Role
- Jesus is described as the Son of the Most High; he would perform miracles and was to be born in Jerusalem.
Mary's Inquiry
- Mary questioned Gabriel about her virginity, to which Gabriel responded that the Holy Spirit would conceive the child.
Purpose of the Virgin Birth
- The virgin birth signifies God's power and capability of performing the miraculous.
Elizabeth's Pregnancy
- Gabriel shared that Elizabeth, in her old age, would also have a child, demonstrating God’s limitless capability.
Mary's Response
- Mary accepted her role as the Lord's servant and traveled to a Judean town.
Mary's Visit to Elizabeth
- Elizabeth greeted Mary, blessing her and acknowledging the child she would bear.
John's Reaction
- John, while in Elizabeth’s womb, leaped for joy at Mary's presence.
Value of Unborn Life
- John being called a baby emphasizes God's care and value for all human life.
Mary's Relationship with God
- Mary recognized God as her Savior and humbly identified as His servant.
Contrast of the Powerful and Poor
- A contrast is drawn between the rich and the powerful versus the humble and poor, highlighting God's elevation of the lowly.
Mary's Departure
- Three months later, Mary returned home after visiting Elizabeth.
Naming of John
- Friends assumed the child would be named Zechariah, but Elizabeth chose the name John as instructed by the angel.
Zechariah’s Declaration
- Zechariah confirmed the name John, leading to his ability to speak again, fulfilling Gabriel's prophecy.
Impact on Bystanders
- Onseeing Zechariah speak, bystanders were amazed at the miracle that occurred.
Zechariah's Thanksgiving
- Zechariah thanked God for providing a "horn of salvation," symbolizing deliverance.
God’s Oath
- God’s mercy to Israel enabled the people to serve Him without fear.
John's Future Role
- John would serve as a forerunner to God, preparing the way for Jesus.
John's Early Life
- John lived in the desert until he publicly emerged to begin his ministry.
Joseph's Journey to Bethlehem
- Joseph traveled to Bethlehem, the town of David, to register for a census mandated by Caesar Augustus.
Joseph's Lineage
- Joseph is of the lineage of David, fulfilling prophecy regarding the Messiah's ancestry.
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Description
This quiz explores the Biblical account of Zacharias and Elizabeth, focusing on their lineage, the angel Gabriel's message, and the miraculous birth of their son John. It highlights key themes such as faith, divine promise, and the significance of John's role as a Nazirite. Test your knowledge of these essential figures and events in the New Testament.
