Bible Question:
Jesus was born of Mary. Joseph was not His father. Does the bloodline run through Mary’s descendants and thus fulfill all of the prophecies of Jesus?
Bible Answer:
Both Mary and Joseph were descendants of King David (Matthew 1:6, 17-18 and Luke 3:23-24, 31-32). Therefore, Mary provided the biological connection between King David to Jesus Christ. Joseph provided the legal connection or right of royalty ascension to the Davidic throne.
Conclusion:
For further information we would encourage you to read “Joseph’s Genealogy” and “Mary’s Genealogy.”