The Virgin Nativity Cathedral
Section of Central Lengthwise Nave. South View

“Having doubtful thoughts...” (Akathist. Kontakion 4)

Dionisy's frescoes. “Having doubtful thoughts...” (Akathist. Kontakion 4)

Joseph’s doubts. After the sojourn with Elisabeth Mary returned to her betrothed Joseph. When he saw Mary pregnant, Joseph started doubting her immaculacy, but he learnt from the angel the mystery of her conception through the power of the Holy Spirit and was told to accept Mary.