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Luke 1:22 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Luke 1:22 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 1 verse 22 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And when he came out, he could not speak unto them: and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple: for he beckoned unto them, and remained speechless.”
Luke 1:22 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 1:22
Zacharias's inability to speak combined with his signs (Greek 'dianeuon'—nodding, beckoning) revealed to the people that he had experienced a vision. His muteness testified more powerfully than words could to the reality of divine encounter. The people's perception that 'he had seen a vision in the temple' shows spiritual discernment—they recognized God's hand in the unexpected. Zacharias's condition became a living sermon about God's power and the cost of unbelief, while simultaneously confirming the angel's message. God uses even our failures to accomplish His purposes.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 1:22
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“beckoning to them with his hand to be silent”
“Paul”
“and said to him”
“what he would have him called.”
“the Jews putting him forward. Alexander beckoned with his hand”