Luke 1:12

12 When Zechariah saw the angel, he was startled and overcome with fear.

Luke 1:12 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 1:12

And when Zacharias saw him
The angel; he was troubled, and fear fell upon him; for such appearances of angels were not now so common as formerly: and when they were more usual, generally had such effects on the minds, even of good men; see ( Judges 6:22 ) ( Daniel 8:17 ) .

Luke 1:12 In-Context

10 All the people who gathered to worship were praying outside during this hour of incense offering.

11 An angel from the Lord appeared to him, standing to the right of the altar of incense.

12 When Zechariah saw the angel, he was startled and overcome with fear.

13 The angel said, "Don't be afraid, Zechariah. Your prayers have been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will give birth to your son and you must name him John.

14 He will be a joy and delight to you, and many people will rejoice at his birth,