But she was greatly perplexed at the statement, and was pondering what sort of greeting this might be.

because the Mighty [One] has done great [things] for me, and holy [is] his name.

He has done a mighty deed with his arm; he has dispersed the proud in the thoughts of their hearts.

And [while] the people were waiting expectantly and all were pondering in their hearts concerning John, whether perhaps he might be the Christ,

But they were filled with fury, and began discussing with one another what they might do to Jesus.

And an argument developed among them as to who of them might be greatest.

plotting to catch him with reference to something {he might say}.