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Dec 26, 2010 · Mary, mother of Jesus Christ. WHN / December 26, 2010. Mary (in English) or Miriam (in Hebrew) or Maryam (in Arabic) was born into the Jewish community around 20BC in Nazareth, Galilee. In the Christian tradition, her birthday is celebrated on the 8 th September and in both Christian and Islamic traditions, she is the child of St Joachim and St ...
Mary was the mother of the human form of Jesus. Through Mary, Jesus was a physical descendant of king David (Luke 1:32; 3:23-31; Acts 2:30). Jesus was “ ... born of the seed of David according to the flesh” (Romans 1:3). Jesus told Nicodemus, “That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit ...
Feb 17, 2023 · 3. Mary’s Suffering Drew Her Closer to God. Being the mother of Jesus was Mary’s greatest honor and ultimate source of suffering. She witnessed Jesus endure intense ridicule, opposition, and crucifixion. She was the last person with Jesus until his death on the cross. Mary carried a weighty burden and responsibility.