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St. Mary is referred to as the "Virgin Mary" because she remained a virgin throughout her life.Answered by His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef (opens in a new tab)
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St. Mary
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Did St. Mary have any other children after the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ or did she live her whole life as a virgin until she passed away?
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