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'''Mary''' (Blessed Virgin Mary or Our Lady, [[Greek]]Image: Μαρία, Gerard van Honthorst Nativity.jpg|thumbnail|350px|right|Adoration of the Shepherds by Gerard van Honthorst<br /><br />[[SpanishGod]]: Virgen María, came into the flesh through [[FrenchJesus Christ]]: Notre-Dame, [[Italian.]]: Madonna) '''Mary''' is the name of the mother of our Lord, [[Jesus Christ|Jesus of Nazareth]]. In the [[Gospel]] accounts, Jesus was born in [[Bethlehem]] of [[Judea]] to a young [[Virginity|virgin]], by the [[Holy Spirit]]. The [[gospel of Matthew]] describes the virgin birth of Jesus as fulfilling the prophecy of [[Isaiah]] 7:14. The [[gospel of Luke]] relates that the angel [[Gabriel]] visited Mary in order to announce to her that she had been chosen to bear the [[Son of God]].<ref>[[Luke]] 1:26–38</ref>

There is an interesting contrast in the portrayal of Mary by the [[Gospel of Luke]] and the [[Gospel of John]], <ref>https://udayton.edu/imri/mary/g/gospels-of-luke-and-john-differences.php</ref> which were independently written having very little overlap. === Various Names ===*[[Protestantism|Protestant]]: '''Mother of Jesus''' *[[Catholic Church|Catholic]]/[[Orthodox Church|Orthodox]]: '''Blessed Virgin Mary/Our Lady'''*[[Hebrew]]: '''מִרְיָם''' (Miriam, lit. "Rebellious/Stubborn")*[[Greek]]: '''Μαρία'''*[[Latin]]: '''Sanctae Mariae'''*[[Spanish]]: '''Virgen María'''*[[German]]: '''Heiligen Maria'''*[[French]]: '''Notre-Dame'''*[[Italian]]: '''Madonna'''*[[Japanese language|Japanese]]: '''マリヤ/ミリアム''' (MaRiYa/MiRiAMu, transliterated)*[[Korean language|Korean]]: '''마리아/미리암''' (MaLiA/MiLiAm, transliterated)*[[Arabic language|Arabic]]: '''مريم/ماريا'''

Following the crucifixion:==Differing Views of Mary=={{cquote|''Jesus was in the grave for three days. After the Sabbath, Various Christians have varying views regarding whether Mary Magdaleneshould be adored/venerated, Mary (the mother of Jesus)prayed to, and Salome prepared spices to anoint Jesus' bodywhether or not she retained her virginity eternally. When they arrived at the tombGenerally, the stone had already been rolled away! They entered the tomb, where an angel said, "Don't be alarmed. . .You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He Catholic view is not here. See that the place where they laid him. But go, tell his disciples and Peter, 'He is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him, just as he told you'" (Mark 16:6-7).'' <ref> [http://www.allaboutjesuschrist.org/crucifixion-of-jesus-christ.htm Crucifixion of Jesus Christ - His Burial and Resurrection]</ref>}} ==Catholic and Orthodox Views of Mary==The veneration of Mary is an essential belief of the [[Catholic Church]]. Mary is also venerated by Additionally, the Eastern [[Orthodox Church]] and Anglo-Catholicism. This veneration could take the form of prayer for intercession with her Son, Jesus. Many [[Protestantism|Protestants]], however, believe that the veneration of Catholics tend to venerate Mary is counter to what the Bible teaches.

<ref>[http://www.ianpaisley.org/article.asp?ArtKey=mary2 Cult of Mary - Part Two]</ref> However, Protestant views tend to be split, with some Protestants holding the belief that veneration of Mary is counter to what the Bible teaches.<ref>[http://www.letusreason.org/RC8.htm Problems with the Mary of Roman Catholicism]</ref><ref>[http://www.johnankerberg.org/Articles/roman-catholicism/RC0300W4.htm The Biblical, Catholic, and Occult View of Mary]</ref><ref>[http://www.ianpaisley.org/article.asp?ArtKey=mary1 Cult of Mary - Part One]</ref><ref>[http://www.ianpaisley.org/article.asp?ArtKey=mary2 Cult of Mary - Part Two]</ref> For yearssome Anglican Christians Mary has an special position within God's purpose of salvation. (Catholics, when Orthodox, and Anglicans, tend to make a clear distinction between veneration (which may be due to other saints) and adoration which is due only to God). When it comes to Mary, Catholics and Protestants have often been quite contraryat odds. However, there are growing signs that differences over Mary are becoming may become less apparent. Many Some Protestant leaders are reevaluating and saying evaluating whether a greater emphasis on Mary needs may need to be considered. <ref>[http://www.understandthetimes.org/current_transcripts/text/mar2007/2175.shtml Understand The Times MARYIANITY] by Roger Oakland </ref>

Mary's passage into Heaven is celebrated by Roman Catholics as The Website ReligionFacts states:{{cquote|....most Protestants have shown a great deal of honor and respect for Mary. [[Feast Martin Luther]] said Mary is "the highest woman," that "we can never honour her enough," that "the veneration of Mary is inscribed in the Assumption very depths of the Blessed Virgin Mary]] (March 25 human heart" and August 15)that we should "wish that everyone know and respect her. This Feast is a Public Holiday in many countries. In 1950" John Calvin said, [[Pope Pius XII]] formally declared "It cannot be denied that God in choosing and destining Mary to be dogma the belief in Mother of his Son, granted her the corporeal assumption highest honor." Zwingli said, "I esteem immensely the Mother of MaryGod, which is known as " and, "The more the [[Assumption honor and love of Christ increases among men, so much the esteem and honor given to Mary]]should grow. " <ref> [http://www.religionfacts.com/christianity/beliefs/mary.htm Mary in the Reformation and Protestantism] </ref>}}

==Protestant View of Mary= Marian Prayers ===While [[Protestantism|Protestants]] respect the life of Mary, some Protestants believe that the veneration of Mary is counter to what the Bible teaches. <ref>[httpImage://wwwVirgen.letusreason.org/RC8.htm Problems with the jpg|right|Virgin Mary of Roman Catholicism]</ref><ref>[http://www.johnankerberg.org/Articles/roman-catholicism/RC0300W4.htm The Biblical, Catholic, and Occult View of MaryChild]</ref><ref>[http://www.ianpaisley.org/article.asp?ArtKey=mary1 Cult of Mary - Part One]</ref><ref>[http://www.ianpaisley.org/article.asp?ArtKey=mary2 Cult of Mary - Part Two]</ref> For some Anglican Christians Mary has an special position within God's purpose of salvation. (Catholics, Orthodox, and Anglicans, make a clear distinction between veneration (which is also due to the other saints) and adoration which is due to God alone).

The Website ReligionFacts states:{{cquote|....most Protestants have shown a great deal of honor There is controversy over whether one should pray to Mary and respect for Mary. [[Martin Luther]] said Mary is "the highest womansaints," as many hold the belief that "we can never honour her enough," prayers should be offered directly to God or Christ. Catholics hold that "the veneration of Mary is inscribed in the very depths of does intercession for the human heart" faithful and that we should "wish that everyone know and respect heras sinners, it is unholy for persons to approach God." John Calvin saidThis is contrary to the protestant view, "It cannot be denied which says that God in choosing and destining Mary Christ came to be tear the Mother veil of his Son, granted her the highest honor." Zwingli said, "I esteem immensely the Mother of temple so that Christians may have direct communion with God," andnot through a Judge or Prophet, "The more the honor and love of but with Christ increases among men. This does not however, so much have any direct implication on the esteem and honor given to Mary should growbeauty of prayers created by either Protestant or Catholic churches." <ref> [http://www.religionfacts.com/christianity/beliefs/mary.htm Mary in the Reformation and Protestantism] </ref>}}

== Marian Prayers == [[Imagehttp:Virgen//campus.jpg|right|Virgin Mary and Child]udayton.edu/mary/maryprayers.html Classical Catholic Prayers]

The Catholic prayer "[http[Hail Mary]]" (Ave Maria) has its roots in Luke 1://campus42 where Elizabeth (who is Mary's cousin) salutes Mary and in Luke 1:28 where the Arch Angel Gabriel salutes Mary.udayton.edu/mary/maryprayers.html Classical Prayers]

====''Hail Mary====The prayer "[[Hail Mary]]" (Ave Maria) has its roots in , full of grace, the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou among women<ref>Luke 1:28,42 where Elizabeth (who is Mary's cousin) salutes Mary </ref> and in blessed is the fruit of thy womb<ref>Luke 1:28 where the Arch Angel Gabriel salutes 42</ref> Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of our death.[[Amen]].''

''Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou among women<ref>Luke 1Other Catholic prayers:28,42</ref> and blessed is the fruit of thy womb<ref>Luke 1:42</ref> Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of our death. [[Amen]].''

The [http://campus.udayton.edu/mary/maryrosary.html Rosary] combines vocal prayer and meditation centered around sequences of reciting the Lord's Prayer followed by ten recitations of the "Hail Mary" prayer and a single recitation of "Glory Be to the Father". === Virginity of Mary === While the Catholic and Orthodox churches believe There is evidence to suggest that Mary remained a virgin after the birth of Jesuslater had children by her husband [[St. Joseph|Joseph]], most Protestants do not. Protestants base their views based on the use view of the word "until" and (in some translations) "firstborn" in Matthew 1:25<ref>Matthew 1:25</ref>, as well as references to brothers and sisters of Jesus, with James the Just among those listed, in Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3, and Galatians 1:19.<ref>Matthew 13:55</ref> <ref>Mark 6:3</ref> <ref>Galatians 1:19</ref>. The 1913 Catholic Encyclopedia notes However, many Catholics and Orthodox Christians believe that Mary remained a virgin after the birth of Jesus citing that historical use of words like "brethren" and "brothers and sisters" could also apply to stepbrothers, cousins, and other relatives.,<ref>According to The 1913 Catholic Encyclopedia;http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/02767a.htm</ref> Alsoand that, historical uses of "until" do not necessarily imply an end, for example, "until the end of time" in Matthew 28:20, when time has no end in Christianity.<ref>http://www.newadvent.org/bible/mat001.htm#vrs16</ref> <ref>Matthew 28:20</ref>