NT FigureNew Testament

Elizabeth

Luke

When

c. 6–5 BC· In the text

Tied to events dated from records outside the Bible, usually within a few years. How the dates are worked out

Name meaning

"my God is an oath" (Elisheva) · Hebrew

About

Wife of the priest Zechariah, from the priestly line of Aaron, and cousin of Mary the mother of Jesus. Described as righteous and blameless, she was barren and advanced in years. She miraculously conceived John the Baptist. When Mary visited her, Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and her unborn baby leaped in the womb; she greeted Mary with 'blessed are you among women.'

Relationships

SpouseZechariah (priest)Husband, priest

SonJohn the BaptistSon

CousinMary (mother)Cousin, mother of Jesus

Key Scripture AppearancesKJV

Luke 1:5

There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judæa, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abia: and his wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth.Luke 1:5, KJV

Luke 1:13

But the angel said unto him, Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John.Luke 1:13, KJV

Luke 1:24

And after those days his wife Elisabeth conceived, and hid herself five months, saying,Luke 1:24, KJV

Luke 1:41

And it came to pass, that, when Elisabeth heard the salutation of Mary, the babe leaped in her womb; and Elisabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost:Luke 1:41, KJV

Luke 1:57

Now Elisabeth’s full time came that she should be delivered; and she brought forth a son.Luke 1:57, KJV

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