Zechariah

Zechariah, a righteous priest and husband of Elizabeth, is struck mute for doubting the angel’s promise but regains his speech when he faithfully names his son John, proclaiming God’s salvation in the Gospel of Luke.

People, Places, and Things

Zechariah

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People, Places, and Things

Simon (Peter)

Simon Peter was a Galilean fisherman called by Jesus to be a foundational disciple and leader of the early church, known for his passionate faith, transformation, and close relationship with Jesus as portrayed especially in the Gospel of Luke.

The Ceremony of Circumcion

Jewish boys were circumcised on the eighth day as a commanded sign of God’s covenant with Abraham, marking their entry into the covenant community through a sacred ceremony where the child was named and blessed.

The Lake of Gennesaret

In the first century AD, the Lake of Gennesaret—also known as the Sea of Galilee—was a fertile, storm-prone freshwater lake that served as the economic and spiritual heart of Galilee, supporting thriving fishing towns like Capernaum and providing the setting for many key events in Jesus’ ministry.

Simeon

Simeon in Luke is a faithful, Spirit-led servant who recognizes Jesus as the promised Messiah, proclaiming salvation and foretelling the challenges to come.

Fishing Boats

Fishing boats in first century Galilee were small, wooden vessels designed for nearshore fishing on the Sea of Galilee, primarily using oars and occasionally sails to support the fishermen’s work with nets.

Gabriel

Gabriel in Luke 1 is the angelic messenger who stands in God’s presence, sent by God to announce and fulfill the divine plan of salvation through the births of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ.