The so-called Protoevangelium of James is a 2 century text describing the events leading to the Nativity of Christ. It is not canonical, but serves as historical evidence of early Christian beliefs on the subject.
"It is not canonical, but serves as historical evidence of early Christian beliefs on the subject."
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Thanks for the reply and info.
I was wondering where all the info about Mary came from. I rely on SCRIPTURE and Mary is not referenced a great deal. Why wasn't the Protoevangelium included in the Bible if it was reliable?