At what age did the Virgin Mary lose her virginity?

Answer 1

The Bible doesn't say. However, reading 'between the lines' we can come up with a likely age range. We are told that Mary was a virgin at the time of her conception. In those days, once a girl began menstruating she became a woman in Jewish law (as did a boy at his Bar mitzvah around the age of 14) and would be expected to be married off to a young gentleman, not only for financial reasons, but so that the descendent line could be maintained (a very important part of Jewish culture in those days). Therefore, girls as young as 13 or 14 could marry, as, in those days, menstruation began, on average, a little later then than these days because of our modern lifestyle and better health. Also in those days, life expectancy was much lower, a man or woman of 45 or so being regarded as old. We are told that Mary was present at the Cross during the crucifixion, (Joseph wasn't implying that he had already died) and that Jesus was 33 when he was crucified. We are also told that Mary went to live in John's (Jesus beloved disciple) house after the Crucifixion, implying that she was 'old' then and needed taking care of - possibly in her late 40s. Considering this evidence, this means that Mary was likely to have given birth to Jesus when she was no older than 15 or 16 - or, more likely, a couple of years younger. We are also told that Mary married Joseph during her pregnancy placing her marriage even further back. Therefore, it is likely that Mary was around 13-15 during the time of her marriage, with her giving birth to Jesus from around 14 to 16 years of age.

Answer 2

Considering the custom at the time of marrying once puberty was reached, Mary was probably 14-16 years of age when she became pregnant by the Holy Spirit.

Answer 3

Mary never lost her virginity.