Bible Question:
My summary of the circumstances was perhaps too cursory; it was to provide context rather than prove anything. The core of my question is this: does what happened between Mary and the Holy Spirit constitute adultery? Mary and Joseph were betrothed, which in those days was part of marriage. Adultery is defined as illicit sexual relations with a person other than the marriage partner. The Holy Spirit is a person, and impregnation is about as sexual as it gets. I'm asking for the biblical basis that this act, committed by a willing Mary and God, is not adultery. Either it is by virtue of the fact the law does not apply to God or what happened was somehow not illicit, sexual or both. I favor the latter, because Mary's virginity remained intact, at least until after the birth of Jesus, when Mary had children by Joseph. |
Bible Answer: Parable, You said "I'm asking for the biblical basis that this act, committed by a willing Mary and God, is not adultery. Either it is by virtue of the fact the law does not apply to God or what happened was somehow not illicit, sexual or both. " Let me say, I'm a bit concerned by your question especially after you appear to box God in with your previous comments and the way you present your question. Simply understanding only but a couple of things the Lord God clearly teaches us in His word about Himself should be sufficient for helping you to see you couldn't be farther from the truth in assuming such a thing of the Lord God. Exodus 20:14 (NASB95) "You shall not commit adultery". (Clearly from this and other scriptures we see that adultery is a sin). Consider the following scriptures. James 1:13 (NASB95) Let no one say when he is tempted, "I am being tempted by God"; for God cannot be tempted by evil, and He Himself does not tempt anyone. Leviticus 11:44 (NASB95) 'For I am the LORD your God. Consecrate yourselves therefore, and be holy, for I am holy. And you shall not make yourselves unclean with any of the swarming things that swarm on the earth. Matthew 5:48 (NASB95) "Therefore you are to be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Deuteronomy 32:3-4 (NASB95) 3 "For I proclaim the name of the LORD; Ascribe greatness to our God! 4 "The Rock! His work is perfect, For all His ways are just; A God of faithfulness and without injustice, Righteous and upright is He. 2 Samuel 22:31 (NASB95) "As for God, His way is blameless; The word of the LORD is tested; He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him. These are just a sample for you to consider regarding who God is and what His word teaches us about Him. Steve |