To a maiden there who was betrothed to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. Her name was Mary.

To be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was about to become a mother.

The birth of Jesus Christ took place as follows:--His mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, but, before the marriage took place, she found herself to be with child by the power of the Holy Spirit.

I am jealous over you with the jealousy of God. For I betrothed you to one husband, that I might present you to the Christ a pure bride.