Every sincere Christian acknowledges that Christ was born of a Virgin. But from earliest times, the Church has also held that Mary remained a virgin even after giving birth to the Holy Child. How is this so? The author examines this long-held Christian doctrine, looks at the key biblical passages, and addresses some of the major areas of concern for modern Christians.
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