The Holy Bible Verses

50 Bible Verses About Mary

Explore Bible verses about Mary, her faith, and her role in God's plan. Reflect on her story and learn practical ways to trust God's guidance.

By The Editorial Team

Verses sourced from the World English Bible (public domain). Selection follows our editorial policy. Last reviewed 2026-04-23. See all sources.

Mary, the mother of Jesus, is celebrated for her faith and obedience to God's plan. Her willingness to accept the angel's message, as expressed in Luke 1:38, exemplifies trust in divine guidance. Mary's story encourages believers to respond with faith and openness to God's calling in their own lives.

“Mary said, “Behold, the servant of the Lord; let it be done to me according to your word.” The angel departed from her.”
— Luke 1:38 WEB

Mary, the mother of Jesus, plays a unique role in the Bible. She stands out for her deep faith and willingness to serve God. When the angel Gabriel visits her, she responds with humility and submission. “I am the Lord’s servant,” she says in Luke 1:38, “May your word to me be fulfilled.” This moment captures her unwavering trust in God’s plan. It shows how open she is to His will, even when faced with uncertainty.

Throughout scripture, women are often celebrated for their strength and virtue. Proverbs 31:29 praises women, saying, “Many women do noble things, but you excel them all.” Mary’s life echoes this sentiment. She is seen as a mother of nations, blessed among women. Her story is one of courage and grace, drawing parallels to other women of faith like Sarah in Genesis 17:16. These verses remind us of the honor and blessing that Mary carried as the mother of Jesus. Her faith serves as an inspiring example for us to trust in God’s promises.

50 verses

  1. 1

    “I will bless her, and moreover I will give you a son by her. Yes, I will bless her, and she will be a mother of nations. Kings of peoples will come from her.””

  2. 3

    “Behold, you are beautiful, my love. Behold, you are beautiful. Your eyes are doves behind your veil. Your hair is as a flock of goats, that descend from Mount Gilead.”

  3. 4

    “My dove, my perfect one, is unique. She is her mother’s only daughter. She is the favorite one of her who bore her. The daughters saw her, and called her blessed; the queens and the concubines, and they praised her.”

  4. 5

    “What shall I testify to you? What shall I liken to you, daughter of Jerusalem? What shall I compare to you, that I may comfort you, virgin daughter of Zion? For your breach is as big as the sea. Who can heal you?”

  5. 6

    “For their mother has played the prostitute. She who conceived them has done shamefully; for she said, ‘I will go after my lovers, who give me my bread and my water, my wool and my flax, my oil and my drink.’”

  6. 7

    “Jacob became the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, from whom was born Jesus,“Jesus” means “Salvation”. who is called Christ.”

  7. 8

    “But when he thought about these things, behold,“Behold”, from “ἰδοὺ”, means look at, take notice, observe, see, or gaze at. It is often used as an interjection. an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, don’t be afraid to take to yourself Mary, your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit.”

  8. 9

    ““Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and shall give birth to a son. They shall call his name Immanuel”; which is, being interpreted, “God with us.”Isaiah 7:14”

  9. 10

    “They came into the house and saw the young child with Mary, his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Opening their treasures, they offered to him gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh.”

  10. 11

    “But Jesus, turning around and seeing her, said, “Daughter, cheer up! Your faith has made you well.” And the woman was made well from that hour.”

  11. 12

    “For whoever does the will of my Father who is in heaven, he is my brother, and sister, and mother.””

  12. 13

    “Then Jesus answered her, “Woman, great is your faith! Be it done to you even as you desire.” And her daughter was healed from that hour.”

  13. 14

    “Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of the sons of Zebedee.”

  14. 15

    “Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.”

  15. 16

    “There were also women watching from afar, among whom were both Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James the less and of Joses, and Salome;”

  16. 17

    “who, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and served him; and many other women who came up with him to Jerusalem.”

  17. 18

    “Mary Magdalene and Mary, the mother of Joses, saw where he was laid.”

  18. 19

    “When the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, bought spices, that they might come and anoint him.”

  19. 20

    “Mary said, “Behold, the servant of the Lord; let it be done to me according to your word.” The angel departed from her.”

  20. 23

    “But Mary kept all these sayings, pondering them in her heart.”

  21. 24

    “Joseph and his mother were marveling at the things which were spoken concerning him,”

  22. 25

    “and Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary, his mother, “Behold, this child is set for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and for a sign which is spoken against.”

  23. 26

    “and certain women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary who was called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out;”

  24. 27

    “She had a sister called Mary, who also sat at Jesus’ feet, and heard his word.”

  25. 28

    “Jesus answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things,”

  26. 29

    “but one thing is needed. Mary has chosen the good part, which will not be taken away from her.””

  27. 30

    “It came to pass, as he said these things, a certain woman out of the multitude lifted up her voice, and said to him, “Blessed is the womb that bore you, and the breasts which nursed you!””

  28. 31

    “When Jesus saw her, he called her, and said to her, “Woman, you are freed from your infirmity.””

  29. 32

    “Now they were Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and Mary the mother of James. The other women with them told these things to the apostles.”

  30. 33

    “The third day, there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there.”

  31. 34

    “It was that Mary who had anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother, Lazarus, was sick.”

  32. 35

    “Many of the Jews had joined the women around Martha and Mary, to console them concerning their brother.”

  33. 36

    “Then when Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went and met him, but Mary stayed in the house.”

  34. 37

    “Mary, therefore, took a pounda Roman pound of 12 ounces, or about 340 grams of ointment of pure nard, very precious, and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped his feet with her hair. The house was filled with the fragrance of the ointment.”

  35. 38

    ““Don’t be afraid, daughter of Zion. Behold, your King comes, sitting on a donkey’s colt.”Zechariah 9:9”

  36. 39

    “But there were standing by the cross of Jesus his mother, and his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene.”

  37. 40

    “Therefore when Jesus saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved standing there, he said to his mother, “Woman, behold, your son!””

  38. 41

    “Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and said to him, “Rabboni!”Rabboni is a transliteration of the Hebrew word for “great teacher.” which is to say, “Teacher!”or, Master”

  39. 42

    “Mary Magdalene came and told the disciples that she had seen the Lord, and that he had said these things to her.”

  40. 43

    “All these with one accord continued steadfastly in prayer and supplication, along with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers.”

  41. 44

    “Thinking about that, he came to the house of Mary, the mother of John who was called Mark, where many were gathered together and were praying.”

  42. 46

    “Greet Tryphaena and Tryphosa, who labor in the Lord. Greet Persis, the beloved, who labored much in the Lord.”

  43. 47

    “But the Jerusalem that is above is free, which is the mother of us all.”

  44. 48

    “For he received from God the Father honor and glory, when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”Matthew 17:5; Mark 9:7; Luke 9:35”

  45. 49

    ““Rejoice over her, O heaven, you saints, apostles, and prophets; for God has judged your judgment on her.””

  46. 50

    “Let us rejoice and be exceedingly glad, and let us give the glory to him. For the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his wife has made herself ready.””

For your week

Reflect

Mary's life teaches us about faith and surrender. Her willingness to accept God's plan, despite the unknown, is truly inspiring. Reflecting on her story encourages us to embrace our own paths with trust and faith, knowing that God's plans are always greater than our own.

Pray

Heavenly Father, help us to have a heart like Mary, full of faith and obedience. Guide us to trust in Your plans, even when we cannot see the outcome. Amen.

Apply

This week, spend time each day in quiet reflection, asking God to reveal His will for your life. Open your heart to His guidance and be willing to follow where He leads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Mary?

Mary is known as the mother of Jesus, playing a pivotal role in God's plan of salvation. She was a young woman from Nazareth whom God chose to bear His Son. The angel Gabriel announced this to her, and she accepted with faith. Luke 1:38 captures her response to God's call: "I am the Lord's servant," showing her willingness to fulfill God’s plan. Her life reflects humility, obedience, and deep faith, making her a significant figure in the Christian faith.

Why was Mary chosen?

Mary was chosen for her deep faith and willingness to serve God. In Luke 1:30, the angel Gabriel tells her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God." Her purity, humility, and readiness to accept God's will set her apart. God saw her heart and her potential to fulfill this special role. Mary's response to the angel in Luke 1:38, "May your word to me be fulfilled," exemplifies her obedience and trust in God's plan.

What can we learn from Mary?

Mary's life offers lessons in faith, obedience, and humility. She trusted God's plan, even when it was beyond her understanding. Her response in Luke 1:38, "I am the Lord's servant," shows her willingness to accept God's will. From Mary, we learn the importance of saying "yes" to God, embracing His plans with trust. Her story encourages us to approach our own lives with a heart open to God's guidance and a faith that remains strong in uncertainty.

Newsletter

One verse, every Tuesday.

A short reflection, a single passage, three articles to read. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Share: