Luke 1:63
And he asked for a writing table, and wrote, saying, His name is John. And they marvelled all.
Cross-reference
Luke 1:13
Historical context
In Luke 1:13, the angel commanded to name the child John — Zechariah's writing fulfills that command.
Luke 1:20
Prophetic fulfillment
In Luke 1:20, the angel declares Zechariah will be mute until the naming — his speaking again after writing confirms the sign's completion.
Luke 1:60
Parallel
In Luke 1:60, Elizabeth already insists on the name John — Zechariah's written confirmation echoes her obedience to the angel.