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  1. Mary Magdalene [a] (sometimes called Mary of Magdala, or simply the Magdalene or the Madeleine) was a woman who, according to the four canonical gospels, traveled with Jesus as one of his followers and was a witness to his crucifixion and resurrection. [1]

  2. Apr 2, 2014 · Birth Country: Judea. Gender: Female. Best Known For: Mary Magdalene was a pivotal New Testament biblical figure whose role in Christianity's development continues to be discussed and debated...

  3. 4 days ago · St. Mary Magdalene (flourished 1st century ce, Palestine; feast day July 22) was one of Jesus’ most celebrated disciples, famous, according to Mark 16:9–10 and John 20:14–17, for being the first person to see the resurrected Christ.

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  4. Jul 20, 2011 · Top. Mary of Magdala. Although we know something about Jewish society in ancient Palestine 2,000 years ago, we know very little about Mary herself. The Bible provides no personal details of her...

  5. Jul 25, 2023 · Mary Magdalene was born in the seaport town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee. She is referenced as a notable figure in Christ’s ministry, Crucifixion, and Resurrection.

  6. HISTORY. Who Was Mary Magdalene? From the writing of the New Testament to the filming of The Da Vinci Code, her image has been repeatedly conscripted, contorted and contradicted. James Carroll....

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  8. Aug 21, 2024 · Known for: Mary Magdalene is one of the most prominent females in the New Testament, appearing in all four Gospels as a devoted follower of Jesus. When Mary met Jesus, he cast out seven demons from her. Mary was also honored as one of the first persons to receive the news of Jesus' resurrection.

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