Luke 1:22-24

New Catholic Bible

²² When he did emerge, he could not speak to them, and they realized that he had seen a vision while he was in the sanctuary. He was only able to make signs to them, but he remained unable to speak.

²³ When his term of service was completed, he returned home. ²⁴ Shortly thereafter his wife Elizabeth conceived, and she remained in seclusion for five months, saying,