Today's lesson from the Gospels comes from Luke. It is Mary's song, known as the Magnificat, one of the most familiar texts in Christian tradition. (For what it's worth, it is called the Magnificat because that is the first word of the Latin text.) And, although we could discuss what it means know and what it meant then, I think it would be best to just read it.
My soul magnifies the Lord,
and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour,
for he has looked with favour on the lowliness of his servant.
Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed;
for the Mighty One has done great things for me,
and holy is his name.
His mercy is for those who fear him
from generation to generation.
He has shown strength with his arm;
he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts.
He has brought down the powerful from their thrones,
and lifted up the lowly;
he has filled the hungry with good things,
and sent the rich away empty.
He has helped his servant Israel,
in remembrance of his mercy,
according to the promise he made to our ancestors,
to Abraham and to his descendants for ever.
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