46

And Mary said: My soul gives glory to God

47

My spirit is glad in God my Saviour.

48

For he has had pity on his servant, though she is poor and lowly placed: and from this hour will all generations give witness to the blessing which has come to me.

49

For he who is strong has done great things for me and holy is his name.

50

His mercy is for all generations in whom is the fear of him.

51

With his arm he has done acts of power he has put to flight those who have pride in their hearts.

52

He has put down kings from their seats, lifting up on high the men of low degree.

53

Those who had no food he made full of good things the men of wealth he sent away with nothing in their hands

54

His help he has given to Israel, his servant, so that he might keep in mind his mercy to Abraham and his seed for ever,

55

As he gave his word to our fathers.

56

And Mary was with her for about three months and then went back to her house.