Mary
Mother of Jesus
Mother of Jesus who demonstrated humble obedience to God's call.
Mary, a young Jewish woman from Nazareth, was chosen by God for the unique role of bearing Jesus, the Son of God. Despite the social risk of unexplained pregnancy, Mary responded to the angel Gabriel's announcement with humble acceptance: "Let it be to me according to your word." Her Magnificat (song of praise) reveals deep spiritual insight and knowledge of Scripture. Throughout Jesus's life, Mary witnessed extraordinary events from His birth to His crucifixion, where Jesus entrusted her care to the disciple John. The Gospels portray Mary as a woman of faith who "treasured and pondered" God's works in her heart, becoming a model of obedient discipleship and trust in God's often mysterious purposes.
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Timeline
20 BC
Birth (approximate)
5-4 BC
Annunciation by Gabriel
4 BC
Birth of Jesus
30 AD
Present at Jesus' crucifixion
33 AD
Pentecost and early church
Key Events
The Annunciation
The angel Gabriel announced that Mary would bear the Son of God through the Holy Spirit.
Luke 1:26-38
The Magnificat
Mary's song of praise revealed her understanding of God's covenant and redemptive work.
Luke 1:46-55
Birth of Jesus
Mary gave birth to Jesus in Bethlehem and received shepherds and Magi visitors.
Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12
Temple Presentation
Mary heard Simeon's prophecy that a sword would pierce her soul.
Luke 2:22-35
At the Cross
Mary witnessed Jesus' crucifixion, where He entrusted her care to John.
John 19:25-27
Early Church
Mary was present with the disciples at Pentecost and in the early church.
Acts 1:14
Lessons We Can Learn
Humble submission to God's will
Faith in the face of uncertainty
Pondering spiritual truths deeply
Courage through personal suffering
Faithful discipleship to the end