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Luke 1:74

New Testament Gospel ASV (1901)

What does Luke 1:74 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “To grant unto us that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies Should serve him without fear,” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

To grant unto us that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies Should serve him without fear,
Luke 1:74 — American Standard Version

Context — Luke 1

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
71Salvation from our enemies, and from the hand of all that hate us;
72To show mercy towards, our fathers, And to remember his holy covenant;
73The oath which he spake unto Abraham our father,
74To grant unto us that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies Should serve him without fear,
75In holiness and righteousness before him all our days.
76Yea and thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the Most High: For thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to make ready his ways;
77To give knowledge of salvation unto his people In the remission of their sins,
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What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“That he would grant unto us, etc.] What is said in this and the following verse, is the substance of the promised mercy, covenant, and oath: that we being delivered out of the hands of our enemies, as before, in (<420171>Luke 1:71) might serve him without fear. One principal end of deliverance from spiritual enemies by Christ, is the service of God; and nothing lays a greater obligation on men to serve the Lord, and glorify him, than redemption by Christ; nor is there any thing that makes men more zealous of good works: spiritual and evangelical service, in distinction from the legal service, and worship of God, is here meant; since it is said to be “without fear”, which the threatenings and…”
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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“That he would grant us, &c.--How comprehensive is the view here given! (1) The purpose of all redemption--"that we should serve Him"--that is, "the Lord God of Israel" (Luk 1:68). The word signifies religious service distinctively--"the priesthood of the New Testament" [BENGEL]. (2) The nature of this service--"in holiness and righteousness before Him" (Luk 1:75) --or, as in His presence (compare Psa 56:13). (3) Its freedom--"being delivered out of the hand of our enemies." (4) Its fearlessness--"might serve Him without fear." (5) Its duration--"all the days of our life."”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“Might serve him - Might obey, honor, and worship him. This was regarded as a “favor.” This was what was promised, and for this Zechariah praised God. Without fear - Fear of death, of spiritual enemies, or of external foes. In the sure hope of God’s “eternal” favor beyond the grave. return to 'Top of Page'”
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Wesley's Explanatory Notes
John Wesley (1703–1791) · Explanatory Notes upon the New Testament and Old Testament notes · 18th-century historical commentary
“To serve him without fear - Without any slavish fear. Here is the substance of the great promise. That we shall be always holy, always happy: that being delivered from Satan and sin, from every uneasy and unholy temper, we shall joyfully love and serve God, in every thought, word, and work. Luke 1:76”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“that we: Luk 1:71; Isa 35:9, Isa 35:10, Isa 45:17, Isa 54:13, Isa 54:14, Isa 65:21-25; Eze 34:25-28, Eze 39:28, Eze 39:29; Zep 3:15-17; Zac 9:8-10; Rom 6:22, Rom 8:15; Ti2 1:7; Heb 2:15, Heb 9:14; Rev 2:10 Luke 1:75”
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