[presently no screen name]

So you understand now that this manner of speech points to her not intending to have carnal relations with Joseph?

My thinking isn't warped - so I don't see your point.

I see truth - a young virgin girl being told she will bear a child. I KNOW NOT MAN! IF she knew a man, she wouldn't be a virgin.

[annalex]

I KNOW NOT MAN! IF she knew a man, she wouldn't be a virgin

If she intended to know man in marriage, she wouldn't be surprised that she will become a mother.