[ravenwolf]

Sorry, your argument about brethern (same Strongs # as “brother) does not stand the test of scriptural study.

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Actually the words do not mean as much as the happenings.

If Mary had other children why would Jesus appoint John to be her son?

It is just an assumption that Mary would be alone other wise, but it is a pretty good assumption.

[ealgeone]

Actually the words do not mean as much as the happenings.

Actually the words, in their context, mean everything.

If Mary had other children why would Jesus appoint John to be her son?

It is just an assumption that Mary would be alone other wise, but it is a pretty good assumption.

At the time His brothers did not believe.(John 7:3-5)The way John has constructed the passage shows his dismary that the brothers of Christ did not believe in Him.

Hence, Jesus entrusted His mom's future to the disciple whom He loved....John.

Makes perfect sense.

[wheat_grinder]

That is an excellent point and one that will lead me to further research as I cannot give you an answer right now.
Thanks for the input.