Filled with the Holy Ghost - See Luke 1:15.

And prophesied - The word “prophesy” means:

  1. To foretell future events.
  2. To celebrate the praises of God (see 1 Samuel 10:5; 1 Kings 18:29); then to,
  3. Teach or preach the gospel, etc. See the notes at Romans 12:6.

This song of Zechariah partakes of all. It is principally employed in the praises of God, but it also predicts the future character and preaching of John.

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