How did Mary died according to the Bible?

The Bible does not provide an account of how Mary, the mother of Jesus, died. Her death is not recorded in the scriptures.

Biblical Accounts of Mary's Life

While the New Testament documents significant events in Mary's life, such as the Annunciation, the birth of Jesus, and her presence at the crucifixion, it remains silent regarding the circumstances or date of her passing. After the resurrection, she is mentioned as being among the disciples in Jerusalem (Acts 1:14), but her subsequent life and death are not detailed in biblical texts.

Christian Traditions Regarding Mary's Death

Despite the lack of biblical information, various Christian traditions offer perspectives on Mary's departure from earthly life. These traditions are deeply rooted in theological reflection and early Church history, though they are not considered part of the inspired scriptures.

• The Dormition of Mary: This tradition, widely held in Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and Eastern Catholic Churches, posits that Mary experienced a natural death, often described as a peaceful "falling asleep" rather than a painful end. This event is known as the Dormition (from Latin dormitio, "falling asleep").
• The Assumption of Mary: Following her death, both Orthodox and Catholic traditions hold that Mary's body was assumed (taken bodily) into Heaven. While Eastern traditions often link the Dormition and Assumption as two aspects of the same event, the Roman Catholic Church formally defines the Assumption as the belief that Mary, having completed her earthly life, was taken body and soul into heavenly glory.

Note: It is important to distinguish between biblical accounts and sacred traditions. While traditions hold significant theological and devotional weight for believers, they are distinct from the directly inspired word of God found in the Bible.