Elizabeth in the Bible — Mother of John the Baptist

Elizabeth was a descendant of Aaron, wife of the priest Zacharias, and a woman of impeccable righteousness — yet childless and old. God remembered her. When her young cousin Mary visited, the unborn John leaped in Elizabeth's womb and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit, declaring: 'Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.' Her faith response — 'blessed is she that believed' — is one of the most affirming statements in Scripture. Below are 6 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.

What does the Bible say about elizabeth?

Who is Elizabeth in the Bible? The elderly, barren wife of the priest Zacharias who became pregnant with John the Baptist in her old age — and who, when Mary visited her, recognized the unborn Christ and declared: 'Blessed art thou among women.'

6 Bible Verses About Elizabeth (KJV)

“And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless.”

Luke 1:6 KJV Read Luke chapter 1 →

“And, behold, thy cousin Elisabeth, she hath also conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her, who was called barren.”

Luke 1:36 KJV Read Luke chapter 1 →

“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 Read Luke chapter 1 →

“And she spake out with a loud voice, and said, Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.”

Luke 1:42 KJV Read Luke chapter 1 →

“And blessed is she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord.”

Luke 1:45 KJV Read Luke chapter 1 →

“Now Elisabeth’s full time came that she should be delivered; and she brought forth a son.”

Luke 1:57 KJV Read Luke chapter 1 →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elizabeth in the Bible

What does the Bible say about elizabeth?
Elizabeth was a descendant of Aaron, wife of the priest Zacharias, and a woman of impeccable righteousness — yet childless and old. God remembered her. When her young cousin Mary visited, the unborn John leaped in Elizabeth's womb and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit, declaring: 'Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.' Her faith response — 'blessed is she that believed' — is one of the most affirming statements in Scripture. Key KJV passages: Luke 1:6, Luke 1:36, Luke 1:41, Luke 1:42, Luke 1:45.
What are the best Bible verses about elizabeth?
The most important KJV passages on elizabeth include: Luke 1:6, Luke 1:36, Luke 1:41, Luke 1:42, Luke 1:45. Read all 6 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
Where in the Bible does it talk about elizabeth?
The Bible addresses elizabeth throughout both Testaments. Key references include Luke 1:6, Luke 1:36, Luke 1:41, Luke 1:42, Luke 1:45, Luke 1:57. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.org.
What does the New Testament say about elizabeth?
New Testament scriptures on elizabeth: Luke 1:6, Luke 1:36, Luke 1:41, Luke 1:42. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
How do I study Bible verses about elizabeth?
The Living Sword Bible app offers word-by-word study with original Hebrew and Greek, multiple translations (KJV, World English Bible, Geneva Bible, Young's Literal, ASV, Darby), cross-references, and an AI companion that answers only from Scripture. Read all 6 passages on elizabeth at thelivingsword.org — free, no account, no download required.

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