Luke 1:19-20
1:19 a I am Gabriel! Two angels are named in Scripture: Gabriel (Dan 8:16 b; 9:21 c) and Michael (Dan 10:13 d; 12:1 e; Jude 1:9 f; Rev 12:7 g).1:20 h now ... you will be silent and unable to speak: This discipline for Zechariah’s lack of faith was also a sign that confirmed the prophecy. The Greek word translated silent in 1:22 i can also mean “deaf” (7:22 j; cp. 1:62 k).
• Zechariah is contrasted with Mary, who responded with faith (1:38 l).
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