Mary’s Song

(1 Samuel 2:1–11)

46 Then Mary said:

“My soul magnifies the Lord,

47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior!

48 For He has looked with favor on the humble state of His servant.

From now on all generations will call me blessed.

49 For 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.

51 He has performed mighty deeds with His arm;

He has scattered those who are proud

in the thoughts of their hearts.

52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones,

but has exalted the humble.

53 He has filled the hungry with good things,

but has sent the rich away empty.

54 He has helped His servant Israel,

remembering to be merciful,

55 as He promised to our fathers,

to Abraham and his descendants forever.”

56 Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home.