Introduction:
Magdalene, often referred to as Mary Magdalene, is a prominent figure in the New Testament. She is recognized as a devoted follower of Jesus Christ and is mentioned in all four Gospels. Her name, Magdalene, likely indicates her origin from Magdala, a town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee.

Biblical References:
Mary Magdalene is first introduced in the Gospel of Luke, where she is described as a woman from whom Jesus cast out seven demons (Luke 8:2: "and also some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out"). This deliverance signifies her transformation and deep gratitude towards Jesus, leading to her unwavering discipleship.

Role in Jesus' Ministry:
Mary Magdalene is noted for her presence during Jesus' ministry. She, along with other women, provided for Jesus and His disciples out of their own resources (Luke 8:3). Her dedication is evident as she followed Jesus even to the cross, witnessing His crucifixion from a distance (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").

Witness to the Resurrection:
Mary Magdalene holds a unique and honored position as the first witness to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. According to the Gospel of John, she visited the tomb early on the first day of the week and found it empty (John 20:1). After informing Peter and John, she remained at the tomb, where Jesus appeared to her, calling her by name (John 20:16: "Jesus said to her, 'Mary.' She turned and said to Him in Aramaic, 'Rabboni!' (which means Teacher)"). Jesus then instructed her to go to His brothers and announce His resurrection (John 20:17-18).

Theological Significance:
Mary Magdalene's role as the first to witness and proclaim the risen Christ underscores the transformative power of Jesus' ministry and the inclusivity of His message. Her account is a testament to the grace and redemption available to all, regardless of past afflictions or societal status. Her presence at key moments in the Gospel narrative highlights the important role of women in the early Christian community.

Tradition and Legacy:
Throughout Christian history, Mary Magdalene has been a subject of various interpretations and traditions. While some early traditions mistakenly conflated her with other women in the Gospels, such as the sinful woman who anointed Jesus' feet (Luke 7:37-38), the biblical text does not support this identification. Instead, she is celebrated as a faithful disciple and the "apostle to the apostles" for her role in announcing the resurrection.

Mary Magdalene's legacy continues to inspire believers, emphasizing themes of repentance, devotion, and the transformative encounter with Christ. Her account is a powerful reminder of the personal relationship each believer can have with Jesus and the call to witness His resurrection to the world.Magdalene

a person from Magdala

A surname derived from Magdala, the place of her nativity, given to one of the Marys of the Gospels to distinguish her from the other Marys (Matthew 27:56, 61; 28:1, etc.). A mistaken notion has prevailed that this Mary was a woman of bad character, that she was the woman who is emphatically called "a sinner" (Luke 7:36-50). (see MARY.) MAGDALENE

mag'-da-len, mag-da-le'-ne.

See MARY, III.

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S. Mary Magdalene
... The Treasury of Sacred Song. Book First CXXIX S. MARY MAGDALENE. Dear, beauteous
Saint! more white than Day When in his naked, pure array; ...
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On the Feast of St Mary Magdalene
... THE INNER WAY SERMON XV On the Feast of St Mary Magdalene. A most precious
Sermon and thoughtful Exhortation, which covers the whole ...
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Appendix (B).
... tote gar egegerto; to de exes heteras hon dianoias hupostatikon, sunapsomen tois
epilegomenois; proi gar te mia tou sabbatou ephane Maria te Magdalene. ...
/.../burgon/the last twelve verses of the gospel according to s mark/appendix b.htm

Of the Women who were Standing There, and of the Question Whether ...
... Matthew proceeds thus: "And many women were there beholding afar off, which followed
Jesus from Galilee: among which was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of ...
/.../augustine/the harmony of the gospels/chapter xxi of the women who.htm

How the Appointment was Kept.
... gate. Mary Magdalene is in the lead, so far ahead of the others as to be
alone. ... Him. The tryst has been kept with Mary Magdalene. ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks on johns gospel/how the appointment was kept.htm

Angels Announce the Resurrection to Certain Women. Peter and John ...
... the week, { ^a as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week,} ^c at early
dawn, ^d while it was yet dark, cometh { ^a came} ^d Mary Magdalene early ^a ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/cxxxiv angels announce the resurrection.htm

Love and Life.
... but, while John took the mother of Jesus to a place of rest and safety, his own
mother, Salome, and Mary, the mother of James, and Mary Magdalene stood looking ...
/.../lathbury/childs story of the bible/chapter xliv love and life.htm

The Lord Seen by the Apostles.
... After the Savior's first recorded appearance, that to Mary Magdalene, he revealed
himself at some time during this eventful day, the first Lord's day in the ...
/.../johnson/the new testament commentary vol iii john/the lord seen by the.htm

Christ Risen
... "And when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James,
and Salome, bought spices, that they might come and anoint Him. ...
/.../chadwick/the gospel of st mark/chapter 16 1-18 christ risen.htm

Further Journeying About Galilee.
... Galilee here mentioned is peculiar to Luke], 2 and certain women who had been healed
of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary that was called Magdalene, from whom ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/xlvii further journeying about galilee.htm

Magdalene (12 Occurrences)
... (see MARY.). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. MAGDALENE. mag'-da-len,
mag-da-le'-ne. See MARY, III. Multi-Version Concordance Magdalene (12 Occurrences). ...
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Mag'dalene (11 Occurrences)
Mag'dalene. Magdalene, Mag'dalene. Magdiel . ... Matthew 27:61 and there were there
Mary the Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over-against the sepulchre. ...
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Joses (7 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV WBS YLT). Matthew 27:56 Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother
of James and Joses, and the mother of the sons of Zebedee. ...
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Week (18 Occurrences)
... Matthew 28:1 Now after the Sabbath, as it began to dawn on the first day of the
week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. ...
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Sepulcher (48 Occurrences)
... departed. (WBS). Matthew 27:61 And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other
Mary, sitting over against the sepulcher. (WBS). Matthew ...
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Sabbaths (53 Occurrences)
... Matthew 28:1 And on the eve of the sabbaths, at the dawn, toward the first of the
sabbaths, came Mary the Magdalene, and the other Mary, to see the sepulchre ...
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Sepulchre (57 Occurrences)
... (KJV). Matthew 27:61 And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting
over against the sepulchre. (KJV WEY ASV DBY YLT RSV). ...
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Magdala (13 Occurrences)
... In the parallel passage in Mark 8:10 this place is called Dalmanutha. It was
the birthplace of Mary called the Magdalen, or Mary Magdalene. ...
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Women (328 Occurrences)
... Mark 15:40 There were also women watching from afar, among whom were both Mary
Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James the less and of Joses, and Salome; (WEB ...
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Tomb (70 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Matthew 27:61 Mary Magdalene was there,
and the other Mary, sitting opposite the tomb. (WEB NIV). ...
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