46Then Mary said,“My soul magnifies the Lord, 47and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, 48because he has looked favorably on the humble state of his servant.For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed, 49because the Mighty One has done great things for me0x3Bholy is his name. 50From generation to generation his mercy is uponthose who fear him. 51He has done a mighty deed with his arm0x3Bhe has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts. 52He has brought down rulers from their thronesand exalted the lowly. 53He has filled the hungry with good things,but the rich he has sent away empty. 54He has helped his servant Israel,remembering his mercy, 55just as he spoke to our fathers,to Abraham and to his offspring forever.” 56And Mary remained with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned to her house. |