34 »How can this be,« Mary replied, »seeing that I have no husband?«35 The angel answered, »The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; and for this reason your holy offspring will be called the Son of God.'36 And see, your relative Elizabeth–she also has conceived a son in her old age; and this is the sixth month with her who was called barren.37 For no promise from God will be impossible of fulfilment.«38 »I am the Lord's maidservant,« Mary replied; »may it be with me in accordance with your words!« And then the angel left her.