Mary in Christian Faith Quiz

The Unique Role of the Blessed Virgin Mary

• Jesus came into the world through the Blessed Virgin Mary and is to reign in the world through her.
• Mary is referred to as "Alma Mater" by the Holy Spirit and the Church, meaning "Mother hidden and unknown" due to her humble and hidden life.
• Mary's humility led her to desire to remain unknown to herself and others, only wishing to be known to God.
• God concealed Mary from nearly every other human creature in her conception, birth, life, mysteries, resurrection, and assumption, in response to her prayers to remain hidden, poor, and lowly.
• Even Mary's own parents did not truly know her, and the angels were often puzzled about her true identity, as God had hidden her from them.
• God willed that Mary should not perform any public miracles during her life, despite having the power to do so.
• God the Son willed that Mary should speak very little, despite having imparted his wisdom to her.
• The Holy Spirit willed that the apostles and evangelists should say very little about Mary, only as much as was necessary to make Jesus known, despite her role as his faithful spouse.
• Mary's hiddenness and humility were central to her unique and revered role in the Christian faith.

Test your knowledge about the role of Mary in Christian faith with this quiz. Learn about the theological significance and attributes attributed to Mary through the teachings of the Church.