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His love and compassion reach everyone who respects him, your parents, your grandparents, you, your future kids, and their kids too.
God's mercy isn't just for you, it's a family legacy that keeps going.
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King James Version · EnglishAnd his mercy is on them that fear him from generation to generation.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, this verse is part of Mary's song of praise, known as the Magnificat, which she uttered after the angel Gabriel announced that she would bear the Messiah. This occurred during the first century AD under Roman occupation of Israel, a time when God's people longed for deliverance, and Mary highlighted His mercy toward those who live in reverent fear of Him. The idea of fearing God draws from Old Testament traditions, emphasizing awe, obedience, and trust in His covenant promises.