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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Mary, the mother of Jesus</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/m/mary,_the_mother_of_jesus.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/luke/3-23.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/m/mary.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Mary, the mother of Jesus</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/m/mary,_the_mother_of_james_the_younger_and_of_joses.htm" title="Mary, the mother of James the younger and of Joses">◄</a> Mary, the mother of Jesus <a href="/topical/m/mary,_the_mother_of_john.htm" title="Mary, the mother of John">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Mary, the mother of Jesus, holds a significant place in Christian theology and history as the chosen vessel through whom God brought His Son into the world. Her life and role are primarily documented in the New Testament, where she is depicted as a model of faith, obedience, and humility.<br><br><b>Genealogy and Early Life</b><br><br>Mary was a young Jewish woman from Nazareth in Galilee, engaged to Joseph, a descendant of King David. Her lineage is traced through the tribe of Judah, aligning with the Messianic prophecies concerning the lineage of the Savior. The Gospel of Luke provides a detailed account of her genealogy, emphasizing her connection to the house of David (<a href="/luke/3-23.htm">Luke 3:23-38</a>).<br><br><b>The Annunciation</b><br><br>The angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary, known as the Annunciation, is a pivotal moment in the biblical narrative. Gabriel greets her with the words, "Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you" (<a href="/luke/1-28.htm">Luke 1:28</a>). Despite her initial fear and confusion, Mary responds with faith and submission to God's will, saying, "I am the Lord’s servant. May it happen to me according to your word" (<a href="/luke/1-38.htm">Luke 1:38</a>). This event marks the miraculous conception of Jesus by the Holy Spirit, fulfilling the prophecy of <a href="/isaiah/7-14.htm">Isaiah 7:14</a>.<br><br><b>The Visitation</b><br><br>Following the Annunciation, Mary visits her relative Elizabeth, who is pregnant with John the Baptist. Upon Mary's arrival, Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, exclaims, "Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!" (<a href="/luke/1-42.htm">Luke 1:42</a>). In response, Mary offers a song of praise known as the Magnificat, expressing her gratitude and reverence for God's mighty works (<a href="/luke/1-46.htm">Luke 1:46-55</a>).<br><br><b>The Birth of Jesus</b><br><br>Mary travels with Joseph to Bethlehem for a census, where she gives birth to Jesus in humble circumstances, laying Him in a manger (<a href="/luke/2.htm">Luke 2:1-7</a>). The nativity account highlights her role as the mother of the Savior and the fulfillment of God's promise to send a Redeemer.<br><br><b>Mary's Role in Jesus' Ministry</b><br><br>Mary is present at several key moments in Jesus' life and ministry. At the wedding in Cana, she informs Jesus of the lack of wine, prompting His first miracle of turning water into wine (<a href="/john/2.htm">John 2:1-11</a>). Her presence at this event underscores her faith in Jesus' divine mission.<br><br>Throughout Jesus' ministry, Mary remains a supportive figure, though she does not always fully understand His mission. In <a href="/mark/3-31.htm">Mark 3:31-35</a>, when Jesus' family seeks Him, He emphasizes the spiritual family of believers, indicating the broader scope of His ministry.<br><br><b>The Crucifixion and Resurrection</b><br><br>Mary's presence at the crucifixion of Jesus is a testament to her enduring faith and maternal devotion. As she stands near the cross, Jesus entrusts her care to the beloved disciple, John, saying, "Woman, here is your son," and to John, "Here is your mother" (<a href="/john/19-26.htm">John 19:26-27</a>). This act highlights Jesus' concern for His mother's well-being even in His final moments.<br><br>Following the resurrection, Mary is mentioned among the disciples in the upper room, praying and waiting for the promised Holy Spirit (<a href="/acts/1-14.htm">Acts 1:14</a>). Her inclusion in this gathering signifies her continued faith and involvement in the early Christian community.<br><br><b>Theological Significance</b><br><br>Mary's role as the mother of Jesus is central to the Incarnation, the doctrine that God became flesh in the person of Jesus Christ. Her willingness to accept God's plan exemplifies the ideal response of faith and obedience to God's call. Throughout Christian history, Mary has been venerated for her unique role in salvation history, though interpretations of her significance vary among different Christian traditions.<br><br>In summary, Mary, the mother of Jesus, is a revered figure in Christianity, celebrated for her faith, humility, and pivotal role in the life and mission of Jesus Christ. Her account continues to inspire believers to trust in God's promises and to live lives of faithful service.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/m/mary.htm">Mary</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/m/mary_magdalene.htm">Mary Magdalene</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/m/mary_the_mother_of_jesus.htm">Mary the Mother of Jesus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/m/mary_the_virgin.htm">Mary the Virgin</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/m/mary_weeping.htm">Mary Weeping</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/m/mary--a_christian_woman_in_rome.htm">Mary: A Christian Woman in Rome</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/m/mary--assists_in_preparing_the_corpse_of_jesus_for_burial.htm">Mary: Assists in Preparing the Corpse of Jesus for Burial</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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