Right. Because Mary being a young Jewish woman, her wanting to follow the Law carries “no weight whatsoever.”
How foolish to dismiss the central covenant between God and his original chosen people. I guess if it proves Catholics wrong, one can discount anything.
I said your arguement carried no weight....
“There is no forgiveness for sin without the shedding of blood”....Mary offered Doves as her sacrifice for her sins. Of course the law rewuired this but it certainly was offered for her sin as was necessary for Jews. Mary certainly understand the meaning of animal sacrifices and why they were instituted...
Implying that she only was following the law without recognizing her need for forgiveness is ridiculous. From your comment it would appear you are saying she was simply trying to save face before the people.....