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Timothy DiGennaro's avatar

I recently read that previous Catholic teachings have confused her and combined her story with 2 other women mentioned in the new testament, "the harlot" who washed Christ's feet with her hair and her tears and the sister of Lazarus. Why was this done when it seems clear they are not the same woman.

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Karen burdge's avatar

Are there any additional books written about her life? From today’s reading, little is known about her early years.

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Fr. Barnabas Powell's avatar

I recommend "Holy Mothers of Orthodoxy: Women and the Church by Eva Topping published by Light and Life Pub.

Remember that Mary Magdalene was the first witness to the Lord's Resurrection and was sent by Christ (the word "apostle" means "sent one.") to tell His disciples that He was alive.

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