Event
The Annunciation
The announcement to Mary
The angel Gabriel announces to Mary, a young woman from Nazareth, that she will conceive Jesus by the Holy Spirit. Faced with the impossible, she answers in faith: “May it happen to me according to your word” (Luke 1:38).
An impossible announcement
Gabriel announces to Mary that she will conceive the Son of the Most High by the Holy Spirit, even though she is a virgin.
Mary’s “yes”
“I am the Lord’s servant.” “May it happen to me according to your word.” A yes that accepts risk and mystery.
Did you know?
- The name “Jesus” (Yeshua) means “the Lord saves.” Matthew 1:21
Where to read in the Bible
- Luke 1:26–38
Connections
- was made to Mary · stated in the text · Luke 1:26–27
- took place in Nazareth · stated in the text · Luke 1:26
- announced the birth of Jesus of Nazareth · stated in the text · Luke 1:31
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