Skip to content
God's MapOpen the map

What was the relationship between Abraham and Mary?

In her song, the Magnificat, Mary praises God for keeping his promise to Abraham and to his descendants. Luke 1:54-55

What the Bible says

Luke 1:54

He hath received Israel his servant, being mindful of his mercy:

Luke 1:55

As he spoke to our fathers, to Abraham and to his seed for ever.

Douay-Rheims Bible (Challoner revision), public domain.

What the Church teaches

Abraham is the model of the obedience of faith. The Virgin Mary is its most perfect embodiment.

Catechism 144 · Catechism of the Catholic Church

Follow the thread

Meet Abraham and Mary.

See the thread on the map