Luke 1:53
Luke 1:53 in Multiple Translations
He has filled the hungry with good things, but has sent the rich away empty.
He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away.
The hungry he hath filled with good things; And the rich he hath sent empty away.
Those who had no food he made full of good things; the men of wealth he sent away with nothing in their hands;
He fills the hungry with good things to eat, and he sends the rich away empty-handed.
Hee hath filled the hungrie with good things, and sent away the rich emptie.
The hungry He did fill with good, And the rich He sent away empty,
He has filled the hungry with good things. He has sent the rich away empty.
He hath filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he hath sent away empty.
He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away.
He gives good things to eat to those who are hungry, but he sends away the rich people without giving them anything.
And he gives hungry people good food, and they eat until they are full. But he doesn’t give anything to the rich people. They go away with nothing.
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Study Notes — Luke 1:53
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- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 1:53
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 1:53
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- Sermons on Luke 1:53
Context — Mary’s Song
53He has filled the hungry with good things, but has sent the rich away empty.
54He has helped His servant Israel, remembering to be merciful, 55as He promised to our fathers, to Abraham and his descendants forever.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 107:8–9 | Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men. For He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things. |
| 2 | Luke 6:21 | Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. |
| 3 | Psalms 34:10 | Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. |
| 4 | Matthew 5:6 | Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. |
| 5 | Revelation 7:16–17 | ‘Never again will they hunger, and never will they thirst; nor will the sun beat down upon them, nor any scorching heat.’ For the Lamb in the center of the throne will be their shepherd. ‘He will lead them to springs of living water,’ and ‘God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’ ” |
| 6 | Luke 6:24 | But woe to you who are rich, for you have already received your comfort. |
| 7 | 1 Corinthians 1:26 | Brothers, consider the time of your calling: Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were powerful; not many were of noble birth. |
| 8 | John 6:35 | Jesus answered, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never hunger, and whoever believes in Me will never thirst. |
| 9 | Revelation 3:17–18 | You say, ‘I am rich; I have grown wealthy and need nothing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked. I counsel you to buy from Me gold refined by fire so that you may become rich, white garments so that you may be clothed and your shameful nakedness not exposed, and salve to anoint your eyes so that you may see. |
| 10 | John 6:11–13 | Then Jesus took the loaves and the fish, gave thanks, and distributed to those who were seated as much as they wanted. And when everyone was full, He said to His disciples, “Gather the pieces that are left over, so that nothing will be wasted.” So they collected them and filled twelve baskets with the pieces of the five barley loaves left over by those who had eaten. |
Luke 1:53 Summary
This verse is saying that God is a God of justice and mercy, who cares for those who are humble and recognize their need for Him, and who fills them with good things. On the other hand, those who are proud and trust in their wealth will be sent away empty. This is not just about money, but about where we put our trust and what we value most (see Matthew 6:24 and 1 Timothy 6:10). As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves where we are putting our trust, and how we can seek to be filled with good things from God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be 'hungry' in Luke 1:53?
To be hungry in this context means to be spiritually needy and aware of one's emptiness, as seen in Psalm 107:9, where God satisfies the longing soul and fills the hungry soul with good things.
Why does God send the rich away empty?
God sends the rich away empty because they often trust in their wealth and are self-sufficient, rather than trusting in Him, as seen in Luke 12:15, where Jesus warns against greed and materialism.
Is this verse saying that all rich people are bad?
No, this verse is not saying that all rich people are bad, but rather that those who trust in their wealth and are proud will be sent away empty, whereas those who are humble and recognize their need for God will be filled with good things, as seen in James 2:5.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger theme in the Bible, where God is seen as a God of justice and mercy, who cares for the poor and the humble, and who brings down the proud, as seen in Isaiah 61:1 and Matthew 25:31-46.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am spiritually hungry, and how can I seek to be filled with good things from God?
- How can I cultivate a sense of humility and recognition of my need for God, rather than trusting in my own wealth or abilities?
- What are some ways that I can serve and care for the poor and the humble, as God does, and how can I be a part of bringing justice and mercy to those around me?
- How can I balance my desire for material comfort and security with my desire to trust in and follow God, and what are some biblical principles that can guide me in this?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 1:53
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 1:53
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 1:53
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 1:53
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 1:53
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 1:53
Cambridge Bible on Luke 1:53
Barnes' Notes on Luke 1:53
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 1:53
Sermons on Luke 1:53
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5) Our Father in Heaven Gives Us Wisdom (Kannada) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking wisdom from God through prayer, highlighting the necessity of faith and humility. It discusses how asking for wisdom is crucial as |
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God Waits for Us to Be Empty by Watchman Nee | Watchman Nee emphasizes that God desires us to be continuously empty in order to be filled with the Holy Spirit. He illustrates this through the story of a woman who had only a pot |
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Garments of Praise - Ben Crandall by From the Pulpit & Classic Sermons | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising God and laying aside the spirit of heaviness. He quotes various verses from the book of Psalms that call for prais |
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Cultivating an Attitude of Gratitude by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the importance of being joyful, prayerful, and thankful, as exemplified by individuals like Nicolae Moldoveanu, Fanny Crosby, Helen Keller, and persecuted |
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Luke - Part 2 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being disciples of Jesus rather than just evangelizing. He highlights the need for Christians to live in a way that glorif |
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The Gift of Joy! by Basilea Schlink | In this sermon, Basilia Schlink shares her testimony of finding joy in her relationship with God. She describes how her sisterhood experienced tears of repentance and sorrow due to |
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Already Heaven by Basilea Schlink | In this sermon by Basilia Schlink, the focus is on the concept of heaven and its relevance in our lives. The speaker emphasizes that God's kingdom is already present on earth and t |





