The Life Of Mary Magdalene

The Life of St. Mary Magdale Feastne Day – July 22

Saint Mary Magdalene "Wherefore  I say to thee, her sins, many as they are, shall be forgiven her, because she has loved much . . ." (Luke

Mary Magdalene appears to have come from Galilee. She was with him at the beginning of his ministry in Galilee and continued after his execution. The name Magdalene suggests her origin as the town of Magdala (Taricheae), on the Sea of Galilee's western shore. It was an important

• She is mentioned among the women who accompanied Christ and ministered to Him (Luke 8:2-3). • It is also said that seven devils had

• She is next named as standing at the foot of the cross (Mark 15:40; Matthew 27:56; John 19:25; Luke 23:49).

• She saw Christ laid in the tomb, and she was the first recorded witness of the

Mary Magdalene was well known as a sinner when she first saw Our Lord. She was very beautiful and very proud, but after she met Jesus, she felt great sorrow for her evil life. When Jesus went to supper at the

Then with her long beautiful hair, she wiped His feet dry and anointed them with expensive perfume. Some people were surprised that

But Our Lord could see into Mary's heart, and He said: "Many sins are forgiven her, because she has loved very much." Then to Mary He said kindly, "Your faith has made you safe; go in peace." From then on, with the other holy women, Mary humbly served Jesus and His Apostles. by: cherz87