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MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS
Mary was a young Jewish woman chosen by God to become the mother of Jesus Christ. Although she likely never imagined the extraordinary role God had planned for her, Mary responded with humility and faith, willingly accepting His call. She witnessed Jesus' birth, ministry, death, resurrection, and the beginning of the early church. Mary's life reminds us that God often uses ordinary people who are willing to trust Him and say "yes" to His plans.
Quick Facts
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Found In
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Acts
Meaning of Her Name
*Unknown
Known For
Being the mother of Jesus Christ and faithfully trusting God's plan.
Family
Husband: Joseph
Son: Jesus
Relative: Elizabeth
Other Children: James, Joses (Joseph), Simon, Judas (Jude), and at least two daughters are implied by Scripture.
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Life Lesson
Mary's life teaches us to trust God even when we don't fully understand His plans. Her humility, obedience, and faith remind us that God often accomplishes extraordinary things through ordinary people who are willing to follow Him.
Did You Know?
• Mary's given name was Miriam, the Hebrew form of Mary.
• Mary was likely a young teenager when the angel Gabriel appeared to her.
• Mary witnessed Jesus' crucifixion and was present at His death.
• Mary is first mentioned in the Gospels and is last mentioned praying with the believers in Acts 1.
• Mary sang a beautiful song of praise known as the Magnificat (Luke 1:46–55).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Mary in the Bible?
Mary was a young Jewish woman chosen by God to give birth to Jesus Christ through the miraculous work of the Holy Spirit. She became the earthly mother of Jesus and faithfully followed God's plan for her life.
Scripture (KJV)
Luke 1:30–31
"And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God.
And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS."
Why did God choose Mary?
The Bible does not specifically tell us why God chose Mary. However, Scripture describes her as someone who had found favor with God and who responded with humility and faith when He called her.
Scripture (KJV)
Luke 1:28
"And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women."
Was Mary a virgin?
Yes. The Bible clearly teaches that Mary was a virgin when Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit, fulfilling Old Testament prophecy.
Scripture (KJV)
Luke 1:34–35
"Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man?
And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee..."
Did Mary have other children?
Yes. The Bible mentions Jesus' brothers by name and also refers to His sisters. These children were born after Jesus.
Scripture (KJV)
Matthew 13:55–56
"Is not this the carpenter's son? is not his mother called Mary? and his brethren, James, and Joses, and Simon, and Judas?
And his sisters, are they not all with us?"
Was Mary at the cross?
Yes. Mary stood near the cross during Jesus' crucifixion. Before He died, Jesus entrusted her care to the disciple John.
Scripture (KJV)
John 19:26–27
"When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son!
Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother!... "
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