Luke 1:51-53

Luke 1:51-53

[51] He hath shewed  strength  with  his  arm;  he hath scattered  the proud  in the imagination  of their  hearts.  [52] He hath put down  the mighty  from  their seats,  and  exalted  them of low degree.  [53] He hath filled  the hungry  with good things;  and  the rich  empty  away. 

What does Luke 1:51-53 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

The third strophe ( Luke 1:51-53) reflects on God"s power in reversing certain social conditions. His favor to Israel is especially in view. God had dealt with Mary as He had dealt with His people ( Psalm 89:13; Psalm 118:16). God had reversed their conditions politically ( Luke 1:52) and socially ( Luke 1:53). Jesus" appearance and messianic reign would continue these divine works on a universal scale.
"Luke wrote more on the topic of wealth than any other New Testament writer." [1]
"In the ancient world it was accepted that the rich would be well cared for. Poor people must expect to be hungry. But Mary sings of a God who is not bound by what men do. He turns human attitudes and orders of society upside down." [2]