Mary of Bethany

Mary of Bethany sat at the feet of Jesus to listen to his word, and he said she had chosen the better part. She is remembered for anointing his feet with costly perfume and wiping them with her hair. Her devotion was an act of pure love offered before his passion.

• Also known as: Mary, Sister of Martha
• Role: Sat at the feet of Jesus
• Key Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, John 11:32-33, John 12:1-3

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