st. mary magdalen
Proper noun * Saint Mary Magdalene: A woman from the New Testament of the Bible. She is described as a sinful woman from whom Jesus expelled seven evil spirits, after which she became one of his most devoted followers. She was present at the Crucifixion and was the first person to witness the Resurrection of Jesus.
- Proper noun:
- The gospel of Luke tells the story of St. Mary Magdalen being healed by Jesus.
- Many paintings depict St. Mary Magdalen at the foot of the cross.
- The feast day of St. Mary Magdalen is celebrated on July 22nd.
- The Penitent: In Christian tradition, St. Mary Magdalen is often referred to as "the Penitent," symbolizing repentance and forgiveness.
- The statue represents St. Mary Magdalen as the Penitent.
- Apostle to the Apostles: A traditional title for St. Mary Magdalen, as she was sent by the risen Jesus to tell the apostles of his resurrection.
- In some traditions, St. Mary Magdalen is honored as the Apostle to the Apostles.
- Mary Magdalene: The most common full form of the name, without the abbreviation and saintly title.
- Magdalene (noun): A reformed prostitute; a female penitent. (This meaning derives directly from the traditional interpretation of the saint's life).
- The shelter was established as a home for Magdalenes.
- The Magdalene
- Mary of Magdala
This term refers specifically to the biblical figure. The traditional Western Christian interpretation, which often identified her with the anonymous sinful woman who anointed Jesus's feet (Luke 7:36-50) and with Mary of Bethany, has been reconsidered by many modern scholars. They often distinguish these as three separate individuals, while still affirming St. Mary Magdalen's primary role as a healed follower and witness to the resurrection.
- sinful woman Jesus healed of evil spirits; she became a follower of Jesus