1989
Mothers in the Scriptures
May 1989


“Mothers in the Scriptures,” Friend, May 1989, 23

Mothers in the Scriptures

  1. After Abel, my son, was slain, God gave me Seth—brother of Cain. Who am I? ________ (Gen. 4:1–2, 25)

  2. Abraham and I were filled with joy at the birth of Isaac, our baby boy. Who am I? ________ (Gen. 21:1–3)

  3. Aaron and Moses and Miriam were born to me and my husband, Amram. Who am I? ________ (Num. 26:59)

  4. After Boaz and I were wed, we were blessed with the birth of our son, Obed. Who am I? ________ (Ruth 3:13, 17)

  5. An angel foretold the birth of my son, known as John the Baptist by everyone. Who am I? ________ (Luke 1:13)

  6. I gave birth to my son one holy night, when overhead a star shone bright. Who am I? ________ (Mosiah 3:8; Hel. 14:3–5)

Answers:

  • (1) Eve, (2) Sarah, (3) Jochebed, (4) Ruth, (5) Elizabeth, (6) Mary.