Note that her name is spelled with an “s” or with a “z” depending on the source or Bible

version you use.

1. During what time period did Elisabeth and her husband live? If you need help with

2. Who was her husband and what was his duty (1:5)?

3. Of what tribe were they (1:5)? Of what family was she (1:5; 1:65-66)?

4. What is said of the model lives of these companions (1:6)?

5. What disappointment had they shared (1:7)?

6. What was the wonderful message to Zacharias (1:8-17)?

7. Describe what was to be the child's life and mission (1:14-17).

8. Give the name of the angel who announced the birth of John (1:19).

9. How did the angel confirm his announcement to Zacharias (1: 18-23)?

10.In fulfillment of the angel's words, what did Elisabeth say (1:24-25)?

11.Retell Mary's visit to Elisabeth (1:39-45; 56).

12.What was the age of these parents at the birth of John (1:7, 18)?

13.At the birth of this special son, who rejoiced (1:58)?

14.Recount the remarkable experiences in naming the new baby (1:59-66).

15.Why was he to be called John (1:13, 60, 63)?

16.When are neighbors “neighborly” (Rom 12:15)?

17.In circumcising the boy, what covenant was fulfilled (Gen 17:9, 12)?

1. What lesson may be learned from Elisabeth’s happiness though "well stricken in

years?"

2. How should old age be dignified (held in dignity) (Prov 20:29; 2 Cor 4:16-18)?

3. Tell of the great faith of Elisabeth during the dumbness of her husband (1:59-65).

4. Did her unselfishness find its way into the life of John (John 1:30; 3:30; Matt 3:11)?

6. What is said of John's growth physically and spiritually (1:80)?

7. What did Jesus say of his greatness (Matt 11:11)?

8. Did Elisabeth fully cooperate with her husband in his life and his work (1:5-6)?

9. Who was next to Jesus in making and baptizing disciples (John 4:1-2)?

10.How did John lose his life (Matt 14:1-13)?

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