Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Luke 1:48 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Luke 1:48 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 1 verse 48 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.”
Luke 1:48 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 1:48
Mary's description of herself as God's 'handmaiden' (Greek 'doule'—female slave) and her 'low estate' demonstrates humility and submission to God's sovereign will. God's regarding her low estate echoes His pattern of choosing the weak and lowly (1 Cor 1:27-28). Her prophecy that 'all generations shall call me blessed' has been fulfilled as Christians honor her unique role while avoiding worship. The passive 'shall call me blessed' recognizes that her blessedness comes from God's choice, not personal merit. Mary models how election should produce humility, not pride—she is blessed solely becaus...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 1:48
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“yet he looks after the lowly; but the proud”
“And all nations shall call you blessed: for ye shall be a delightsome land”
“brothers”
“Who remembered us in our low estate: for his mercy endureth for ever:”
“as he said these things”
“and said”
“the angel said to her”
“To make them sit with princes”
“and said”
“He raiseth up the poor out of the dust”