Translations
Modern
Then Jesus’ mother and brothers came to see Him, but they were unable to reach Him because of the crowd.
Traditional
Then came to him his mother and his brethren, and could not come at him for the press.
Literal
Now His mother and brothers came to Him, and they were not able to get to Him because of the crowd.
Latin
Venerunt autem ad illum mater et fratres ejus, et non poterant adire eum præ turba.
Original
Greek
English
Then Jesus’ mother and brothers came to see Him, but they were unable to reach Him because of the crowd.
Notes
Jesus had four brothers:
James,
Joseph,
Judas, and
Simon.
The Gospels also mention sisters, but not how many Jesus had (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3). These children were probably born to Joseph and Mary after the virgin birth of Jesus. However, some Christians believe that Mary remained a virgin throughout her life. According to this view, Joseph was a widower who already had children from an earlier marriage when he married Mary.
Theme notes and profiles
Events
Parallels
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Brothers of Jesus Luke, Gospel of
Topics
Jesus, the Christ: Love of Mary: The Mother of Jesus: Seeks Jesus when he is Teaching in a House