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Luke 1:18 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Luke 1:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 1 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Zacharias said unto the angel, Whereby shall I know this? for I am an old man, and my wife well stricken in years .”
Luke 1:18 (KJV)
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Commentary on Luke 1:18
Zacharias's question 'Whereby shall I know this?' echoes Abraham's question (Gen 15:8) but lacks Abraham's faith. Despite angelic visitation and clear promise, Zacharias demands a sign, revealing doubt where there should be trust. His appeal to natural impossibility ('I am an old man') shows reliance on human reason over divine power. This stands in stark contrast to Mary's submissive faith (v38). Zacharias's unbelief, though understandable humanly, demonstrates how even the righteous can falter in faith when confronted with God's impossible promises.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 1:18
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“and laughed”
“because Elizabeth was barren”
“What is the sign that I will go up to the house of Yahweh?”
“saying”
“How can this be, seeing I am a virgin?”
“and said”
“If you will save Israel by my hand”
“he didn't consider his own body”
“Lord Yahweh, how will I know that I will inherit it?”
“The people”