Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. New Living Translation Mary stayed with Elizabeth about three months and then went back to her own home. English Standard Version And Mary remained with her about three months and returned to her home. Berean Standard Bible Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. Berean Literal Bible And Mary dwelt with her about three months, and returned to her home. King James Bible And Mary abode with her about three months, and returned to her own house. New King James Version And Mary remained with her about three months, and returned to her house. New American Standard Bible Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her home. NASB 1995 And Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her home. NASB 1977 And Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her home. Legacy Standard Bible And Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her home. Amplified Bible And Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months, and then returned to her home. Christian Standard Bible And Mary stayed with her about three months; then she returned to her home. Holman Christian Standard Bible And Mary stayed with her about three months; then she returned to her home. American Standard Version And Mary abode with her about three months, and returned unto her house. Contemporary English Version Mary stayed with Elizabeth about three months. Then she went back home. English Revised Version And Mary abode with her about three months, and returned unto her house. GOD'S WORD® Translation Mary stayed with Elizabeth about three months and then went back home. Good News Translation Mary stayed about three months with Elizabeth and then went back home. International Standard Version Now Mary stayed with Elizabeth about three months and then went back home. NET Bible So Mary stayed with Elizabeth about three months and then returned to her home. New Heart English Bible Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her house. Webster's Bible Translation And Mary abode with her about three months, and returned to her own house. Weymouth New Testament So Mary stayed with Elizabeth about three months, and then returned home. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. World English Bible Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her house. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Mary remained with her about three months, and turned back to her house. Berean Literal Bible And Mary dwelt with her about three months, and returned to her home. Young's Literal Translation And Mary remained with her about three months, and turned back to her house. Smith's Literal Translation And Mary remained with her about three months, and returned to her house. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Mary abode with her about three months; and she returned to her own house. Catholic Public Domain Version Then Mary stayed with her for about three months. And she returned to her own house. New American Bible Mary remained with her about three months and then returned to her home. New Revised Standard Version And Mary remained with her about three months and then returned to her home. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleMary stayed with Elizabeth about three months, and then returned to her own home. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But Maryam stayed with Elizabeth about three months, and she returned to her house. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd Mary remained with her about three months, and returned to her own house. Godbey New Testament And Mary remained with her about three months, and returned to her own house. Haweis New Testament And Mary abode with her about three months, and returned unto her home. Mace New Testament Now Mary stay'd about three months with Elizabeth, and then return'd to her own house. Weymouth New Testament So Mary stayed with Elizabeth about three months, and then returned home. Worrell New Testament And Mary abode with her about three months, and returned to her house. Worsley New Testament And Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her own house. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Mary's Song…55as He promised to our fathers, to Abraham and his descendants forever.” 56 Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. 57When the time came for Elizabeth to have her child, she gave birth to a son.… Cross References Acts 1:14 With one accord they all continued in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers. Acts 2:42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Acts 2:46 With one accord they continued to meet daily in the temple courts and to break bread from house to house, sharing their meals with gladness and sincerity of heart, Acts 16:15 And when she and her household had been baptized, she urged us, “If you consider me a believer in the Lord, come and stay at my house.” And she persuaded us. Acts 16:40 After Paul and Silas came out of the prison, they went to Lydia’s house to see the brothers and encourage them. Then they left the city. Acts 21:8-9 Leaving the next day, we went on to Caesarea and stayed at the home of Philip the evangelist, who was one of the Seven. / He had four unmarried daughters who prophesied. Romans 12:13 Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality. 1 Corinthians 16:15-16 You know that Stephanas and his household were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints. Now I urge you, brothers, / to submit to such as these, and to every fellow worker and laborer. 1 Timothy 5:10 and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaining strangers, washing the feet of the saints, imparting relief to the afflicted, and devoting herself to every good work. Hebrews 13:2 Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it. 1 Peter 4:9 Show hospitality to one another without complaining. Genesis 18:1-8 Then the LORD appeared to Abraham by the Oaks of Mamre in the heat of the day, while he was sitting at the entrance of his tent. / And Abraham looked up and saw three men standing nearby. When he saw them, he ran from the entrance of his tent to meet them and bowed low to the ground. / “My lord,” said Abraham, “if I have found favor in your sight, please do not pass your servant by. ... Genesis 24:55 But her brother and mother said, “Let the girl remain with us ten days or so. After that, she may go.” Genesis 29:14 Then Laban declared, “You are indeed my own flesh and blood.” After Jacob had stayed with him a month, Exodus 2:21 Moses agreed to stay with the man, and he gave his daughter Zipporah to Moses in marriage. Treasury of Scripture And Mary stayed with her about three months, and returned to her own house. Jump to Previous Abode Elizabeth Home House Mary Months Three TurnedJump to Next Abode Elizabeth Home House Mary Months Three TurnedLuke 1 1. The preface of Luke to his whole gospel.5. The conception of John the Baptist; 26. and of Jesus. 39. The prophecy of Elisabeth and of Mary, concerning Jesus. 57. The nativity and circumcision of John. 67. The prophecy of Zachariah, both of Jesus, 76. and of John. Mary stayed with Elizabeth Mary's visit to Elizabeth is significant as it highlights the bond between the two women, both of whom are experiencing miraculous pregnancies. Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, is a relative of Mary, which underscores the familial connections within the narrative. This visit also fulfills the angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary that Elizabeth was in her sixth month of pregnancy, serving as a sign of God's power and faithfulness. The meeting between Mary and Elizabeth is marked by the Holy Spirit's presence, as Elizabeth's baby leaps in her womb upon Mary's greeting, indicating the recognition of Jesus' divine nature even before birth. for about three months and then returned home. Persons / Places / Events 1. MaryThe mother of Jesus, who was visited by the angel Gabriel and told she would conceive the Son of God. Her visit to Elizabeth is a significant event in the account of Jesus' birth. 2. Elizabeth The wife of Zechariah and mother of John the Baptist. She was filled with the Holy Spirit and recognized Mary's child as the Lord. 3. Three Months The duration of Mary's stay with Elizabeth, which likely coincided with the final trimester of Elizabeth's pregnancy. 4. Return Home Mary’s return to her home in Nazareth, which signifies her readiness to face the challenges and responsibilities of her divine calling. 5. Judean Hill Country The region where Elizabeth and Zechariah lived, and where Mary traveled to visit them. Teaching Points The Importance of FellowshipMary’s visit to Elizabeth underscores the value of fellowship and support among believers, especially during times of significant life changes or challenges. God’s Timing and Preparation The three-month stay signifies a period of preparation and spiritual growth for Mary, reminding us that God often uses time to prepare us for His purposes. Faith and Obedience Mary’s willingness to return home, despite potential societal judgment, exemplifies faith and obedience to God’s plan. Encouragement in Community Elizabeth’s affirmation of Mary’s faith serves as a reminder of the encouragement and strength we can offer one another within the Christian community. Trust in God’s Plan The account encourages believers to trust in God’s plan, even when the path is uncertain or challenging. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Luke 1How does Mary express her joy and gratitude to God? Who were Joseph and Mary in historical context? Can a person be righteous? (Romans 3:10 vs. Luke 1:5-6) Were the women informed about Jesus' body's fate? Yes, by a young man/angels (Mark 16:5; Luke 24:4; Matthew 28:7). No, Mary found the tomb empty and was confused (John 20:2).(56) And Mary abode with her about three months.--This brings the time so close to the birth of the Baptist that we might well deem it likely that the Virgin waited for it. On the other hand, the next verse seems almost to imply her previous departure. In any case, we may think of the three months as a time of much communion of heart and hope on the great things which God had done and was about to do for Israel. Greek MaryΜαριὰμ (Mariam) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 3137: Or Mariam of Hebrew origin; Maria or Mariam, the name of six Christian females. stayed Ἔμεινεν (Emeinen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3306: To remain, abide, stay, wait; with acc: I wait for, await. A primary verb; to stay. with σὺν (syn) Preposition Strong's 4862: With. A primary preposition denoting union; with or together. [Elizabeth] αὐτῇ (autē) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Feminine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. for about ὡς (hōs) Adverb Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. three τρεῖς (treis) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 5140: Three. Or neuter tria a primary number; 'three'. months μῆνας (mēnas) Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 3376: A (lunar) month. A primary word; a month. and then καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. returned ὑπέστρεψεν (hypestrepsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 5290: To turn back, return. From hupo and strepho; to turn under, i.e. To return. home. οἶκον (oikon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3624: A dwelling; by implication, a family. 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