Luke 1:61 - Albert Barnes' Notes on the Bible

Bible Comments

There is none of thy kindred ... - The Jewish tribes and families were kept distinct. To do this, and to avoid confusion in their genealogical tables, they probably gave only those names which were found among their ancestors. Another reason for this, common to all people, is the respect which is felt for honored parents and ancestors.

Luke 1:61

61 And they said unto her, There is none of thy kindred that is called by this name.