Back to: Luke’s Canticles
We can see a progression in these stories as we approach the last one. Each has a scripture, key character(s) and a theme:
1. Magnficat, Luke 1:39-56 – Mary – Praise and adoration –
2. Benedictus, Luke 1:57-79 – Zechariah – Mercy and compassion
3. Gloria, Luke 2:1-20 – Shepherds – Greatness of God
4. Nunc Dimitis, Luke 2:25-35 – Simeon – Freedom