Keraia
Luke 1

Luke 1:62

The Birth of John the Baptist · Luke 1:57–66
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Translations

Modern
So they made signs to his father to find out what he wanted to name the child.
Traditional
And they made signs to his father, how he would have him called.
Literal
And they were making signs to his father—what he might want him to be called.
Latin
Innuebant autem patri ejus, quem vellet vocari eum.

Original

Greek
English
So they made signs to his father to find out what he wanted to name the child.

Notes

Luke 1:62–63

they made signs: This was because Zechariah was not able to speak or hear (see study note on 1:20). Zechariah showed his faith and obedience to God by naming the child John. As a result, God restored his voice and hearing.

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Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Book of the Acts of the Apostles Genealogy of Jesus Christ God, Names of Gospel Jesus Christ Luke, Gospel of Mercy Muteness Spirit of God Virgin Birth of Jesus Zacharias Zechariah (Person)

Topics

John: Miraculous Birth of Miracles: Catalogue of The Incarnation of Jesus Symbols and Similitudes: Being Mute Temple: Herod the Great's Temple: Zacharias, officiating Priest In, Has a Vision of an Angel Zacharias (Zechariah): The Father of John the Baptist