Did Jesus have brothers?

[PattiAnn54]

My non-Catholic friends think all the references in the bible to Jesus brothers and sisters imply that he had a family of about 7 brothers and sisters. How do I explain the Catholic view of the perpetual virginity of Mary? And why it say brothers and sisters?

 

[Augusta_Crowley]

The following links should help you understand the Church’s position on whether Jesus had brothers. If you have any further questions, please contact Catholic Answers directly.

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