To a maiden there who was betrothed to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. Her name was Mary.
Jacob of Joseph, the husband of Mary, who was the mother of Jesus, who is called 'Christ'.
The birth of Jesus Christ took place as follows:--His mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, but, before the marriage took place, she found herself to be with child by the power of the Holy Spirit.
'Behold! the virgin shall be with child and shall give birth to a son, And they will give him the name Immanuel'--a word which means 'God is with us.'
Gabriel came into her presence and said: "Hail, you who have been highly favored! The Lord is with you."