Mary Magdolene Flashcards
Who is Mary Magdalene?
Mary Magdalene is a figure in the New Testament known for being a follower of Jesus Christ.
Known as Apostle of the Apostles
What town is Mary Magdalene traditionally associated with?
Magdala, a town on the Sea of Galilee.
Which Gospel mentions Mary Magdalene as the first to witness the resurrected Jesus?
The Gospel of John.
In which Gospel is Mary Magdalene named among the women who traveled with Jesus and supported him?
Luke
What role did Mary Magdalene play in the resurrection narrative?
She was the first to discover the empty tomb and announce the resurrection.
True or False: Mary Magdalene is mentioned in all four Gospels.
False.
What is one of the titles often associated with Mary Magdalene?
Apostle to the Apostles.
Fill in the blank: Mary Magdalene is often depicted in art holding a _______.
jar of ointment.
Short answer: What significant event in Mary Magdalene’s life is described in Luke 8:2?
She was healed of seven demons.
True or False: The Gnostic texts present a very different view of Mary Magdalene compared to the canonical Gospels.
True.
Which apocryphal text features Mary Magdalene as a key figure and a source of secret knowledge?
The Gospel of Mary.
Fill in the blank: Mary Magdalene is often seen as a symbol of _______ in Christian tradition.
repentance.
What significant role did Mary Magdalene play in the early Christian community?
She was a key witness and proclaimer of the resurrection of Jesus.
Multiple Choice: How is Mary Magdalene often depicted in medieval art?
A) As a queen B) As a sinner C) As a saint
Both B and C
Short answer: What is one major misconception about Mary Magdalene?
That she was a reformed prostitute.
True or False: Mary Magdalene is often included in discussions about women’s roles in early Christianity.
True.
What were the three things Mary Magdalene witnessed
the crucifixion
the burial
the resurrection
