Affirms
Jesus was born of the virgin Mary; fulfills Old Testament prophecy.
Plymouth Brethren affirm the virgin birth of Jesus—that He was born of Mary without an earthly father. This doctrine is understood as fulfilling Isaiah 7:14 and is seen as consistent with Jesus' divine nature. The virgin birth attests to the supernatural origin of the Son of God and His sinlessness. It is held as essential Christian teaching rather than negotiable opinion.
Key Distinctions
- Affirmed literally:
- yes — Jesus was miraculously conceived by the Holy Spirit without a human father
- Theological significance:
- confirms Christ's divine origin and fulfils Isaiah 7:14; essential Christian doctrine
Scripture References
Sources
- J.N. Darby, Synopsis of the Books of the Bible
- Brethren traditional theology