Who is God?
The Bible presents God as the Creator of the universe, all-powerful (omnipotent), all-knowing (omniscient), and everywhere (omnipresent). He is often described as loving, just, and holy.
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Theologically, the Bible is considered the inspired Word of God, and therefore infallible (trustworthy) and authoritative for faith and practice. Historically, there is strong manuscript evidence and archeological support for its general historical claims.
Yes, the Gospels mention Jesus having brothers (James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas) and sisters (Mark 6:3, Matthew 13:55-56). Interpretations vary on whether these were biological children of Mary and Joseph, step-siblings, or cousins.
A woman who had given birth to a son was ceremonially "unclean". This meant she was unable to enter the temple for worship for seven days or until the circumcision of the child. Then for 33 more days she was not allowed to come into the sanctuary. After 40 days she needed to come to the temple and be purified by offerings prescribed by Jewish law. And so, according to these commands, Mary and...
The Bible presents God as the Creator of the universe, all-powerful (omnipotent), all-knowing (omniscient), and everywhere (omnipresent). He is often described as loving, just, and holy.
