Luke 1:63. A writing tablet. A tablet smeared with wax, on which they wrote with a style (stylus), a sharp instrument adapted for the purpose, the usual mode in those days.

Saying. A Hebrew form of expression as applied to writing, but natural enough.

His name is John. Not ‘shall be;' the declaration of the angel (Luke 1:13) had already settled that question. Bengel: ‘This first writing of the New Testament begins with grace ' (in allusion to the meaning of the name).

Marvelled. At this agreement of the father and the mother.

Continues after advertising
Continues after advertising

Old Testament