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The Bible’s answer. Mary Magdalene was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ. Her name, Magdalene, likely came from the town of Magdala (possibly Magadan), which was near the Sea of Galilee. Mary may have once lived there. Mary Magdalene was one of several women who traveled with Jesus and his disciples and gave them material support.
Perhaps Mary Magdalene was one of the women mentioned as being in attendance at the meeting in Jerusalem on the day of Pentecost when holy spirit was poured out upon Jesus’ gathered followers.—Acts 1:14, 15; 2:1-4. At any rate, we have ample reason to be confident of this: Mary Magdalene kept her faith till the end. May each of us be ...
Jesus’ body is wrapped in bandages containing these spices, according to the Jews’ burial custom. Joseph owns an unused tomb carved in rock nearby, and Jesus’ body is laid in it. Then a large stone is rolled in front of the tomb. This is hastily done, before the Sabbath begins. Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of James the Less may have ...
Mary (mother of Jesus) Jesus’ baptism (29 C.E.) Martha. Mary (sister of Martha and Lazarus) Mary Magdalene. Jesus’ death (33 C.E.) Queen Esther, Prophetess Deborah, Abigail. Contrast such good women in the Bible with the cautionary tales of Eve, Lot’s wife, Queen Jezebel. See 21 examples and a timeline.
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An Empty Tomb, Because Jesus Is Alive! What a shock it is for the women to discover what appears to be an empty burial place! Mary Magdalene runs off to “Simon Peter and to the other disciple, for whom Jesus had affection” —the apostle John. (John 20:2) However, the other women at the tomb see an angel. And inside the memorial tomb is ...
Mary Magdalene. Her distinguishing name (meaning “Of (Belonging to) Magdala”) likely stems from the town of Magdala (see MAGADAN) on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee about halfway between Capernaum and Tiberias. There is no record of Jesus’ ever visiting this town, though he spent a great deal of time in the surrounding area.
Mary Magdalene: See study note on Mt 27:56. James: That is, James the Less. —See study note on Mr 15:40. Salome: See study note on Mr 15:40. bought spices . . . apply them to his body: Jesus’ body had already been prepared for burial “according to the burial custom of the Jews.”
3 Jesus appeared to his disciples a number of times throughout his final 40 days on earth. (Read Acts 1:3.) During that time, Jesus’ grief-stricken and fearful followers were transformed into a joyful, confident, and courageous army of Kingdom preachers and teachers. a. 4 We can benefit from studying about this thrilling period in Jesus’ life.
All Building Faith in God Prayer Bible Reading & Study Developing Godly Qualities Imitate Their Faith. This series brings to life the men and women in the Bible who showed outstanding faith. a These Bible characters and their examples of faith can help you to build your own faith and draw closer to God. A separate series of videos also entitled ...
