Jesus as God
Elizabeth Calls Jesus My Lord
Luke's infancy narrative repeatedly uses Lord language in a context saturated with references to Israel's God.
How this passage contributes to the case:
The labels below identify the kinds of evidence for Jesus' divinity found in this passage.
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Strength of evidence: Strong.
This passage provides substantial evidence relevant to Jesus' divine identity when read in its literary and historical context.
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Scripture
What Was Said or Done
Filled with the Holy Spirit, Elizabeth calls Mary the mother of her Lord.
Old Testament Background
Kyrios is the standard Greek rendering of the divine name in the Septuagint, though it can also mean master or lord in ordinary usage.
Exposition
Elizabeth's Spirit-filled recognition occurs before Jesus' birth and contributes to Luke's deliberate unveiling of Jesus' identity.
Why This Points to His Divinity
The word Lord alone is not proof of deity, but its placement within Luke 1-2 and the inspired character of Elizabeth's testimony make it strong cumulative evidence.
Response of the Hearers
Elizabeth responds with Spirit-filled blessing and amazement.