Thematic Bible: Father of john the baptist


Thematic Bible



In the reign of Herod, King of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the Division called after Abijah. His wife, whose name was Elizabeth, was also a descendant of Aaron. Verse ConceptsPriests, Types Of In Nt TimesServanthood, And Worship Of GodSubdivisionsNamed Gentile RulersTimes Of People

But the angel said to him: " Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard, and your wife Elizabeth shall bear you a son, whom you shall call by the name John. Verse ConceptsBarren WomenAnswered PrayerChildbirthHeraldAngel, AnnouncementsBirths ForetoldGod Naming PeopleGod Answered Prayer

Then his father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit, and, speaking under inspiration, said: Verse ConceptsPraise, Manner And Methods OfProphesyingBeing Filled With The Spirit

Meanwhile the people were watching for Zechariah, wondering at his remaining so long in the Temple. Verse ConceptsPeople WaitingPeople Who Delayed

And they made signs to the child's father, to find out what he wished the child to be called. Verse ConceptsAsking Particular QuestionsPeople Naming People