51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm;he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.
52 He has brought down rulers from their thronesbut has lifted up the humble.
53 He has filled the hungry with good thingsbut has sent the rich away empty.
54 He has helped his servant Israel,remembering to be merciful
55 to Abraham and his descendants for ever,just as he promised our ancestors.’
56 Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home.
57 When it was time for Elizabeth to have her baby, she gave birth to a son.