The answer is: True

Mary went on to have other children with her husband Joseph. Church tradition shouldn't be a reason to ignore what the Bible tells us. (Mark 6 v 3, Matt 13 v 55 - 56, Ps 69:8-9, Gal 1:19)

Maria's story is fascinating with its complex layers and rich historical context. While church tradition often portrays her as a perpetual virgin, the biblical texts provide a different narrative. The Gospels remind us that brothers and sisters were part of Jesus’ family: “Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary, the brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not his sisters here with us?" (Mark 6:3).

Intrigued? Here's a cool tidbit! The names of Jesus’ brothers, like James and Judas, grew into significant figures within early Christianity. James became the leader of the Jerusalem church and authored the New Testament book that carries his name.

This point about Mary's later children, often overlooked, makes you realize she lived an ordinary life within an extraordinary calling. Her journey wasn't just about miraculous events at the nativity—her life represented the complexities of real family life.

Psalm 69:8-9 somewhat alludes to this familial connection when it speaks about being a stranger to one's own brothers. This pulls in readers from King David's time all the way to the New Testament, tying together messianic expectations. When viewing the texts holistically, you see Mary embraced motherhood entirely, continuing to reflect a universal human experience: family, influence, and community.

What a blend of the sacred and the ordinary! Doesn’t it feel refreshing to have a broader perspective on even the most well-known figures?