Luke 1:68

Blessed. Hence the name "Benedictus" given to Zacharias's prophecy.

God. the God.

visited. lookedon. Not the same word as in Luke 1:48. See App-133.

redeemed. wrought. ransom for. Compare Titus 2:14.

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