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Barnes' Notes on Luke 1:59

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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On the eighth day - This was the day on which it was required to circumcise children, Genesis 21:4. And they called him Zacharias - The name of the child was commonly given at the time of the circumcision, Genesis 21:3-4. The name “commonly” given to the eldest son was that of the father. return to 'Top of Page'
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