Elizabeth

BIBLE CHARACTER RESEARCH GUIDE

Elizabeth in the Bible

Mother of John the Baptist

The wife of Zechariah and mother of John the Baptist. Primary biblical coverage: Luke 1.

AT A GLANCE

Elizabeth at a Glance

TestamentNew Testament
First AppearanceLuke 1:5
Last AppearanceLuke 1:80
Known ForThe wife of Zechariah and mother of John the Baptist.
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