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Mary, Mother of Jesus: A Divine Figure in Religious Texts

Explore the fascinating portrayal of Mary in various religious texts, from the New Testament to non-canonical writings, delving into her immaculate conception, annunciation, and the Assumption of Mary. Discover the significance of her apparitions and the controversies surrounding her divine status in Catholicism. Uncover the different depictions of Mary's character and her pivotal role as the mother of Jesus. Learn about her unique depiction in art and the profound impact she has had on religious beliefs.

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Mary, Mother of Jesus: A Divine Figure in Religious Texts

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  1. Mary, the Mother of Jesus Mary, the Mother of God

  2. Mary in the New Testament • She is not widely mentioned in the gospels. • She is most seen in Luke • Without Luke, Mary would not be who she is today. • Facts • Gave birth to Jesus • She married Joseph • She was a widow • She was taken care of by John

  3. Mary in the Non-canonical Texts • Mary was seen as a special woman from birth • She was depicted as a tiny woman when she was young in art. • She would give long speeches and was very smart even before she was able to speak • Essentially, Mary was a privileged and special person in these texts.

  4. Immaculate Conception of Mary • Tradition • Mary is seen as pure • She was conceived without sin • She is the vessel that carried Jesus • She was chosen before she was even conceived. • She was not perfect • Her parents, Joachim and Anne did sin.

  5. Annunciation • Luke Account • Angel • 12-14 years old • Jewish woman • Poor • Humble and loving • Good woman • Betrothed to Joseph

  6. Theotokos • Mary of Israel became Mary the Mother of God • Catholic Church proclaimed this. • The word means God-bearer • This concept is the reason why she needed to be understood as sinless and pure. • Many Christians do not accept this concept. • Catholics do

  7. Munificentissimus Deus • The Assumption of Mary • There no pronouncement as whether she died or not. • Body and Soul into heaven • Proclaimed in 1950 • It is a perfect teaching. It is infallible • A Catholic MUST believe this to be considered Catholic

  8. Apparitions of Mary • Virgin of Guadalupe • Our Lady of Fatima • Medjugorje

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