MARY

Direct biblical statement

Luke 1:46–47

My soul magnifies the Lord

46 And Mary said: My soul doth magnify the Lord.

47 And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.

Douay–Rheims · Challoner revision · Luke 1:46–47

Why this matters

Mary’s song directs praise to the Lord and rejoices in God her Savior. Her greatness is received from God, and her prayer centers on him.

Text & interpretation sources

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English Scripture: Douay–Rheims, Challoner revision. Source edition.

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