Mary the Mother of Jesus
Historical & Biblical Definition
A humble virgin of Nazareth of the lineage of David, betrothed to Joseph. Visited by the angel Gabriel, she submitted in humble obedience to conceive the Messiah by the Holy Spirit, delivering the Magnificat (Luke 1:46-55), standing faithfully by the cross at Christ’s crucifixion.
Redemptive & Theological Significance
The supreme biblical example of yielding to God’s sovereign call in total faith.
Key Scripture Citations
Primary canonical passages illuminating Mary the Mother of Jesus:
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