And fear came on all that dwelt round about them: and all these sayings were noised abroad throughout all the hill country of Judaea.
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Interpretation
In these verses we have an account of the birth of John the Baptist, and the great joy among all the relations of the family. He shall be called Johanan, or "Gracious," because he shall bring in the gospel of Christ, wherein God's grace shines most bright.
Glossary
- Judea Place
- Biblical region. Modern identification: Jerusalem.