MARY

Direct biblical statement

Luke 1:49

Great things

49 Because he that is mighty hath done great things to me: and holy is his name.

Douay–Rheims · Challoner revision · Luke 1:49

Why this matters

Mary attributes the great things in her life to the Mighty One and praises his holy name. The verse grounds her blessedness in God’s action.

Text & interpretation sources

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

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