Matthew 27:61
New International Version
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there opposite the tomb.

New Living Translation
Both Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting across from the tomb and watching.

English Standard Version
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were there, sitting opposite the tomb.

Berean Standard Bible
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there opposite the tomb.

Berean Literal Bible
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.

King James Bible
And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulchre.

New King James Version
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.

New American Standard Bible
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.

NASB 1995
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the grave.

NASB 1977
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the grave.

Legacy Standard Bible
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the grave.

Amplified Bible
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.

Christian Standard Bible
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were seated there, facing the tomb.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were seated there, facing the tomb.

American Standard Version
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulchre.

Contemporary English Version
All this time Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting across from the tomb.

English Revised Version
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulchre.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Mary from Magdala and the other Mary were sitting there, facing the tomb.

Good News Translation
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there, facing the tomb.

International Standard Version
but Mary Magdalene and the other Mary remained there, sitting in front of the tomb.

Majority Standard Bible
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there opposite the tomb.

NET Bible
(Now Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there, opposite the tomb.)

New Heart English Bible
Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.

Webster's Bible Translation
And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulcher.

Weymouth New Testament
Mary of Magdala and the other Mary were both present there, sitting opposite to the sepulchre.

World English Bible
Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
now Mary the Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the grave.

Berean Literal Bible
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.

Young's Literal Translation
and there were there Mary the Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over-against the sepulchre.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And there was there Mary Magdalen, and the other Mary sitting over against the sepulchre.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Now Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were there, sitting opposite the sepulcher.

New American Bible
But Mary Magdalene and the other Mary remained sitting there, facing the tomb.

New Revised Standard Version
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were there, sitting opposite the tomb.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And there were there Mary of Magdala and the other Mary, who were sitting opposite the tomb.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But Maryam Magdalitha and the other Maryam were there, sitting opposite the tomb.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb.

Godbey New Testament
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting in front of the tomb.

Haweis New Testament
And Mary Magdalen, and the other Mary, were there sitting opposite the sepulchre.

Mace New Testament
in the mean time Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary were sitting over against the sepulchre.

Weymouth New Testament
Mary of Magdala and the other Mary were both present there, sitting opposite to the sepulchre.

Worrell New Testament
And Mary Magdalene was there, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulchre.

Worsley New Testament
but there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary sitting over against the sepulchre.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Burial of Jesus
60and placed it in his own new tomb that he had cut into the rock. Then he rolled a great stone across the entrance to the tomb and went away. 61 Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there opposite the tomb. 62The next day, the one after Preparation Day, the chief priests and Pharisees assembled before Pilate.…

Cross References
Mark 15:47
Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joseph saw where His body was placed.

Luke 23:55-56
The women who had come with Jesus from Galilee followed, and they saw the tomb and how His body was placed. / Then they returned to prepare spices and perfumes. And they rested on the Sabbath, according to the commandment.

John 19:25
Near the cross of Jesus stood His mother and her sister, as well as Mary the wife of Clopas and Mary Magdalene.

John 19:39-42
Nicodemus, who had previously come to Jesus at night, also brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes, about seventy-five pounds. / So they took the body of Jesus and wrapped it in linen cloths with the spices, according to the Jewish burial custom. / Now there was a garden in the place where Jesus was crucified, and in the garden a new tomb in which no one had yet been laid. ...

Matthew 28:1
After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb.

Mark 16:1
When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so they could go and anoint the body of Jesus.

Luke 24:1
On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women came to the tomb, bringing the spices they had prepared.

John 20:1
Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance.

John 20:11-18
But Mary stood outside the tomb weeping. And as she wept, she bent down to look into the tomb, / and she saw two angels in white sitting where the body of Jesus had lain, one at the head and the other at the feet. / “Woman, why are you weeping?” they asked. “Because they have taken my Lord away,” she said, “and I do not know where they have put Him.” ...

Matthew 27:55-56
And many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to minister to Him. / Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and the mother of Zebedee’s sons.

Mark 15:40-41
And there were also women watching from a distance. Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James the younger and of Joses, and Salome. / These women had followed Jesus and ministered to Him while He was in Galilee, and there were many other women who had come up to Jerusalem with Him.

Luke 8:2-3
as well as some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out, / Joanna the wife of Herod’s household manager Chuza, Susanna, and many others. These women were ministering to them out of their own means.

John 19:26-27
When Jesus saw His mother and the disciple whom He loved standing nearby, He said to His mother, “Woman, here is your son.” / Then He said to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” So from that hour, this disciple took her into his home.

Isaiah 53:9
He was assigned a grave with the wicked, and with a rich man in His death, although He had done no violence, nor was any deceit in His mouth.

Psalm 16:10
For You will not abandon my soul to Sheol, nor will You let Your Holy One see decay.


Treasury of Scripture

And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulcher.

Mary Magdalene.

Matthew 27:56
Among which was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of Zebedee's children.

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Matthew 27
1. Jesus is delivered bound to Pilate.
3. Judas hangs himself.
19. Pilate, admonished of his wife,
20. and being urged by the multitude, washes his hands, and releases Barabbas.
27. Jesus is mocked and crowned with thorns;
33. crucified;
39. reviled;
50. dies, and is buried;
62. his tomb is sealed and watched.














Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene is a prominent figure in the New Testament, often recognized as a devoted follower of Jesus. Her name, "Magdalene," suggests she was from Magdala, a town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. In the Greek, "Magdalene" (Μαγδαληνή) indicates her origin, distinguishing her from other women named Mary. Historically, Mary Magdalene is celebrated for her unwavering faith and loyalty to Jesus, being present at both His crucifixion and resurrection. Her presence at the tomb signifies her deep love and commitment to Christ, serving as an example of steadfast discipleship.

and the other Mary
The "other Mary" is often identified as Mary, the mother of James and Joseph, as mentioned earlier in Matthew 27:56. This phrase highlights the presence of multiple women named Mary in the Gospel narratives, a common name in Jewish culture of the time, derived from the Hebrew "Miriam." The inclusion of "the other Mary" emphasizes the collective witness of women who played crucial roles in Jesus' ministry and the events surrounding His death and resurrection. Their presence underscores the importance of women in the early Christian community, often serving as the first witnesses to pivotal events.

were sitting there
The act of "sitting" (Greek: καθήμεναι) implies a posture of waiting and watching. This phrase suggests a period of reflection, mourning, and anticipation. In the cultural context of the time, sitting near the tomb would have been an expression of grief and a desire to remain close to the deceased. This action demonstrates the women's dedication and their intent to honor Jesus even in death, reflecting a deep spiritual vigilance and readiness to serve.

opposite the tomb
The phrase "opposite the tomb" indicates their physical position relative to the burial site. The Greek word for "tomb" (τάφος) refers to a grave or sepulcher, often hewn out of rock, as was customary for Jewish burials of the period. This detail provides a vivid image of the scene, emphasizing the reality of Jesus' death and burial. The women's position "opposite" the tomb suggests a deliberate choice to remain close, perhaps to ensure they could return after the Sabbath to anoint Jesus' body, as was the custom. This highlights their role as faithful witnesses to the events of Jesus' death and resurrection, underscoring the theme of hope and expectation even in the face of apparent finality.

(61) And there was Mary Magdalene.--The words imply that they remained by the cross while the body was taken down, and watched its entombment: then returning to the house where they lodged, they prepared their spices and ointment before the Sabbath began, for a more complete embalmment, so that they might be ready by the earliest hour of dawn on the first day of the week (Luke 23:56).

Verse 61. - The other Mary. The mother of James and Joses (ver. 56). These pious women could not tear themselves from the spot where their Lord was buried. The last to leave him dead, they were the first to see him risen. And now they watch the last ceremonies at a distance, intending to complete the imperfect embalmment with loving care as soon as ever the sabbath was over. "Seest thou women's courage?" says Chrysostom; "seest thou their affection? seest thou their noble spirit in expending money [Mark 16:1; Luke 23:56]? their noble spirit even unto death? Let us men imitate the women; let us not forsake Jesus in temptations." We may note that the care of Joseph in providing an inviolable tomb, and the preparations of these good women, showed that they as yet had no faith in the incorruptibility of Christ's body or of his corporeal resurrection from the dead.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Mary
Μαριὰμ (Mariam)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3137: Or Mariam of Hebrew origin; Maria or Mariam, the name of six Christian females.

Magdalene
Μαγδαληνὴ (Magdalēnē)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3094: Magdalene, a woman of Magdala. Feminine of a derivative of Magdala; a female Magdalene, i.e. Inhabitant of Magdala.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

the
(hē)
Article - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

other
ἄλλη (allē)
Adjective - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 243: Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; 'else, ' i.e. Different.

Mary
Μαρία (Maria)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3137: Or Mariam of Hebrew origin; Maria or Mariam, the name of six Christian females.

were
Ἦν (Ēn)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

sitting
καθήμεναι (kathēmenai)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 2521: To sit, be seated, enthroned; I dwell, reside. From kata; and hemai; to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside.

there
ἐκεῖ (ekei)
Adverb
Strong's 1563: (a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. Of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither.

opposite
ἀπέναντι (apenanti)
Preposition
Strong's 561: From apo and enanti; from in front, i.e. Opposite, before or against.

the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

tomb.
τάφου (taphou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5028: A burial-place, sepulcher, tomb, grave. Masculine from thapto; a grave.


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