Mary had Jesus at age 12 or 14

The Virgin Mary is revered by Catholics. The New Testament states she was a young Jewish girl around the age of 12 or 13 years.

Jewish girls were not allowed at temple service after puberty.

They had to be married by the time of menstruation and this applied to Mary.

St Luke mentions that she was the handmaiden of God, and she was a very pious girl. She was devoted to God. Her life was simply for worshipping and serving God.

She was also concerned about her chastity, according to St Luke.

She was a young girl conscious of her obligations. She obeyed the commands of God and put her full trust in Him.

She was also concerned for her morals and ethical behaviour. She was conscious of her spiritual experience.

At the age of 12 or 14, Mary gave birth to Jesus. The Holy Quran also mention the Virgin Mary (Chapter 19, Verses 16-40).

May God bless her and grant her a place among the righteous.

AHAMAD KYAYYAM Curepe