Lukas 1:34

1:34 Mary ¹  said to the angel, “How will this be, since I have not had sexual relations with ²  a man?”

Lukas 12:7

12:7 In fact, even the hairs on your head are all numbered. Do not be afraid; ³  you are more valuable than many sparrows.

[1:34]  ¹ tn Grk “And Mary.” Here καί (kai) has not been translated because of differences between Greek and English style.

[1:34]  ² tn Grk “have not known.” The expression in the Greek text is a euphemism for sexual relations. Mary seems to have sensed that the declaration had an element of immediacy to it that excluded Joseph. Many modern translations render this phrase “since I am a virgin,” but the Greek word for virgin is not used in the text, and the euphemistic expression is really more explicit, referring specifically to sexual relations.

[12:7]  ³ sn Do not be afraid. One should respect and show reverence to God (v. 5), but need not fear his tender care.