Luke 1:50
New International Version
His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation.

New Living Translation
He shows mercy from generation to generation to all who fear him.

English Standard Version
And his mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation.

Berean Standard Bible
His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation.

Berean Literal Bible
And His mercy is to generations and generations, to those fearing Him.

King James Bible
And his mercy is on them that fear him from generation to generation.

New King James Version
And His mercy is on those who fear Him From generation to generation.

New American Standard Bible
“And His mercy is to generation after generation Toward those who fear Him.

NASB 1995
“AND HIS MERCY IS UPON GENERATION AFTER GENERATION TOWARD THOSE WHO FEAR HIM.

NASB 1977
“AND HIS MERCY IS UPON GENERATION AFTER GENERATION TOWARD THOSE WHO FEAR HIM.

Legacy Standard Bible
AND HIS MERCY IS UPON GENERATION AFTER GENERATION TOWARD THOSE WHO FEAR HIM.

Amplified Bible
“AND HIS MERCY IS UPON GENERATION AFTER GENERATION TOWARD THOSE WHO [stand in great awe of God and] FEAR HIM.

Christian Standard Bible
His mercy is from generation to generation on those who fear him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
His mercy is from generation to generation on those who fear Him.

American Standard Version
And his mercy is unto generations and generations On them that fear him.

Contemporary English Version
He always shows mercy to everyone who worships him.

English Revised Version
And his mercy is unto generations and generations On them that fear him.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
For those who fear him, his mercy lasts throughout every generation.

Good News Translation
from one generation to another he shows mercy to those who honor him.

International Standard Version
His mercy lasts from generation to generation for those who fear him.

Majority Standard Bible
His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation.

NET Bible
from generation to generation he is merciful to those who fear him.

New Heart English Bible
His mercy is for generations of generations on those who fear him.

Webster's Bible Translation
And his mercy is on them that fear him, from generation to generation.

Weymouth New Testament
And His compassion is, generation after generation, Upon those who fear Him.

World English Bible
His mercy is for generations and generations on those who fear him.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And His kindness [is] to generations of generations, "" To those fearing Him;

Berean Literal Bible
And His mercy is to generations and generations, to those fearing Him.

Young's Literal Translation
And His kindness is to generations of generations, To those fearing Him,

Smith's Literal Translation
And his mercy to generations of generations to those fearing him.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And his mercy is from generation unto generations, to them that fear him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And his mercy is from generation to generations for those who fear him.

New American Bible
His mercy is from age to age to those who fear him.

New Revised Standard Version
His mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And his mercy is for centuries and generations, upon those who fear him.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“And his mercy for posterity and generations is upon those who revere him.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
and his mercy is from generation to generation upon those who fear him.

Godbey New Testament
and His mercy unto generation of generations to them that fear Him.

Haweis New Testament
And his mercy is upon those who fear him, from generation to generation.

Mace New Testament
his mercy is on them that fear him, from generation to generation.

Weymouth New Testament
And His compassion is, generation after generation, Upon those who fear Him.

Worrell New Testament
And His mercy is unto generations and generations to those who fear Him.

Worsley New Testament
and his name is holy, and his mercy is on them that fear Him, unto all generations.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Mary's Song
49For the Mighty One has done great things for me. Holy is His name. 50 His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation. 51He has performed mighty deeds with His arm; He has scattered those who are proud in the thoughts of their hearts.…

Cross References
Psalm 103:17
But from everlasting to everlasting the loving devotion of the LORD extends to those who fear Him, and His righteousness to their children’s children—

Psalm 25:6
Remember, O LORD, Your compassion and loving devotion, for they are from age to age.

Psalm 103:11
For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is His loving devotion for those who fear Him.

Psalm 89:1-2
A Maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the loving devotion of the LORD forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations. / For I have said, “Loving devotion is built up forever; in the heavens You establish Your faithfulness.”

Psalm 111:9
He has sent redemption to His people; He has ordained His covenant forever; holy and awesome is His name.

Exodus 20:6
but showing loving devotion to a thousand generations of those who love Me and keep My commandments.

Deuteronomy 5:10
but showing loving devotion to a thousand generations of those who love Me and keep My commandments.

Deuteronomy 7:9
Know therefore that the LORD your God is God, the faithful God who keeps His covenant of loving devotion for a thousand generations of those who love Him and keep His commandments.

Isaiah 54:8
In a surge of anger I hid My face from you for a moment, but with everlasting kindness I will have compassion on you,” says the LORD your Redeemer.

Isaiah 63:7
I will make known the LORD’s loving devotion and His praiseworthy acts, because of all that the LORD has done for us—the many good things for the house of Israel according to His great compassion and loving devotion.

Micah 7:18
Who is a God like You, who pardons iniquity and passes over the transgression of the remnant of His inheritance—who does not retain His anger forever, because He delights in loving devotion?

Matthew 5:7
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.

Matthew 9:13
But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.”

Matthew 23:23
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You pay tithes of mint, dill, and cumin. But you have disregarded the weightier matters of the law: justice, mercy, and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former.

Romans 9:15-16
For He says to Moses: “I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion.” / So then, it does not depend on man’s desire or effort, but on God’s mercy.


Treasury of Scripture

And his mercy is on them that fear him from generation to generation.

Genesis 17:7
And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee.

Exodus 20:6
And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments.

Exodus 34:6,7
And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, …

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Luke 1
1. The preface of Luke to his whole gospel.
5. The conception of John the Baptist;
26. and of Jesus.
39. The prophecy of Elisabeth and of Mary, concerning Jesus.
57. The nativity and circumcision of John.
67. The prophecy of Zachariah, both of Jesus,
76. and of John.














His mercy
The Greek word for "mercy" here is "ἔλεος" (eleos), which conveys a deep sense of compassion and loving-kindness. In the biblical context, mercy is not merely a passive feeling but an active expression of God's love and forgiveness. This mercy is a central theme throughout Scripture, reflecting God's covenantal faithfulness and His desire to restore and redeem His people. Historically, God's mercy is evident in His dealings with Israel, as He repeatedly forgave their transgressions and delivered them from their enemies. This divine mercy is ultimately fulfilled in the person and work of Jesus Christ, who embodies God's compassion and offers salvation to all who believe.

extends
The verb "extends" in Greek is "εἰς" (eis), which can also mean "unto" or "towards." This suggests an ongoing, dynamic action, indicating that God's mercy is not static but continually reaching out to humanity. The use of this word emphasizes the boundless and proactive nature of God's mercy, which is always available and accessible to those who seek Him. It underscores the idea that God's mercy is not limited by time or circumstance but is ever-present and enduring.

to those who fear Him
The phrase "to those who fear Him" uses the Greek word "φοβέομαι" (phobeomai), which means to have reverence or awe. In a biblical sense, fearing God is not about being afraid but about having a profound respect and recognition of His holiness and authority. This fear is the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10) and is characterized by obedience, worship, and trust in God. Historically, those who feared God were often the recipients of His blessings and protection, as seen in the lives of figures like Abraham, Moses, and David. This reverence is a response to God's majesty and mercy, acknowledging His rightful place as Lord and King.

from generation to generation
The phrase "from generation to generation" highlights the enduring and unchanging nature of God's mercy. The Greek word "γενεά" (genea) refers to a race or family, indicating that God's mercy is not confined to a single moment or group but spans across all ages and peoples. This continuity reflects the faithfulness of God to His promises, as He remains steadfast in His love and mercy throughout history. It is a reminder that God's covenantal relationship with His people is not temporary but eternal, offering hope and assurance to every generation. This phrase also calls believers to pass on the knowledge and fear of the Lord to future generations, ensuring that His mercy is known and experienced by all.

(50) His mercy is on them that fear him.--The words, as read by those for whom St. Luke wrote, would seem almost to foreshadow the Gospel of the Apostle of the Gentiles. Those that "feared God" were to be found not only among the children of Abraham, but also among "every nation" (Acts 10:2; Acts 10:35), and He would shew forth His mercy to all in whom that temper should be found.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
His
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

mercy
ἔλεος (eleos)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 1656: Pity, mercy, compassion. Of uncertain affinity; compassion.

[extends]
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

to those
τοῖς (tois)
Article - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

who fear
φοβουμένοις (phoboumenois)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5399: From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere.

Him,
αὐτόν (auton)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

from generation
γενεὰς (geneas)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 1074: From genos; a generation; by implication, an age.

to
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

generation.
γενεὰς (geneas)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 1074: From genos; a generation; by implication, an age.


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