King James Bible
"For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed."
Mary acknowledges God's attention to her humble social position as a young, unmarried woman in first-century Palestine. The term 'handmaiden' emphasizes her servant status before God, while 'regarded' suggests divine favor despite her lowly circumstances—echoing Hannah's song in 1 Samuel 2. Mary prophetically declares the lasting impact of God's choice, recognizing that her role as the Messiah's mother will bring perpetual honor. This bold statement transforms her present humility into future exaltation, fulfilling the biblical pattern of God lifting up the lowly.