Do we actually know Mary intimately, or do we only know about her? In this video, we are diving deep into Chapter 1 of Dr. Brant Pitre’s groundbreaking book, Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary (often referred to as The Jewish Roots of Mary). Whether you are a cradle Catholic who loves Marian devotion but struggles to defend it, a Protestant who feels suspicious of Marian titles, or someone simply looking for substance over shallow spirituality—this book study is for you.

We unpack "The Problem with Mary," challenging the modern tendency to read the New Testament completely isolated from ancient Judaism, covenant theology, typology, and Israel’s history. When you look through an ancient Jewish lens, Mary’s role in salvation history completely changes. She isn't a side figure; she is a profound, woven part of God’s continuous plan from Genesis to Revelation.

We also tackle major flashpoints, including:

The "Queen of Heaven" objection from the Book of Jeremiah (and the crucial theological distinctions of Latria, Dulia, and Hyperdulia).

The profound depths of the Angel Gabriel’s original Greek greeting to Mary ("Full of Grace").

Why authentic Marian devotion never replaces Jesus, but always points us deeper into intimacy with Him.

📘 YOUR HOMEWORK FOR THIS WEEK:

Pray Slowly: If you pray the Rosary, don't rush mechanically. Sit with every single word and mystery.

Read Luke Chapter 1: Slowly read the Annunciation and Mary’s Fiat. Sit with Gabriel’s words.

Journal & Reflect: What areas of your life are you still resisting surrendering to God?

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00:00 Do We Actually Know Mary?
04:04 Opening Prayer
05:56 The "Problem" With Mary & Strong Reactions
09:52 Why Modern Catholics Struggle to Defend the Faith
14:17 Reading the New Testament Through the Old Testament
19:08 The Deeply Jewish Foundations of Catholicism
21:36 Answering the "Queen of Heaven" Objection (Jeremiah)
22:48 Latria, Dulia, and Hyperdulia Explained
26:39 The Mind-Blowing Greek Meaning of "Full of Grace"
30:11 Why the Enemy Wants Us Separated From Mary
34:18 Ad Jesum Per Mariam: To Jesus Through Mary
38:50 Truth Does Not Fear Examination
42:37 Your Homework & Reflection for This Week
45:16 Next Week: Mary as the New Eve (Chapter 2)