Mary Magdalene and Her Historical Connection to Jesus

Mary Magdalene and Her Historical Connection to Jesus

Mary Magdalene, one of the religious women in Christianity, is often thought to be one of the most important women in the new testament after Mary, the mother of Jesus. She traveled to many places with Jesus as one of the disciples and followers. Two most important occasions emerge when examining the relationship between Jesus and Mary Magdalene. That is when they were with Jesus at the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.

Benedict (2007p.46) pointed out that the references of the gospel described her as brave and courageous and stood by Jesus in the hours of Jesus suffering, his death, and even beyond. The gospel elaborates on their first encounter when Jesus cleansed and liberated her…