Luke 1:19

Luke 1:19 Meaning and Explanation

And the angel answering said unto him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God; and am sent to speak unto thee, and to shew thee these glad tidings.

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The angel reveals himself as Gabriel, who stands in the presence of God, sent to bring Zacharias these glad tidings.

What Does Luke 1:19 Mean?

The messenger answers the request for proof by giving his credentials. He is Gabriel, who stands in the presence of God — the same messenger who brought Daniel word of the coming Anointed One (Daniel 9:21-26). His authority is his nearness to the throne.

The word for his message is the Bible's word for gospel: good news announced. Before Jesus is conceived, his story is already being called glad tidings. What God sends from his own presence is not condemnation but joy — news so good that doubting it is the only danger in the room.

Luke 1:19 in the Original Language

euangelizo (εὐαγγελίζομαι), 'shew glad tidings' -- to announce good news; the root of the word gospel.

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The angel reveals himself as Gabriel, who stands in the presence of God, sent to bring Zacharias these glad tidings.

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