Mary Magdalene

Mary Magdalene was a devoted follower of Jesus from whom he had cast out seven demons. She stood by the cross and was among the women who came to the tomb on Easter morning. She was the first to see the risen Lord and to announce the resurrection to the apostles.

• Also known as: Magdalene, Mary of Magdala, Apostle to the Apostles
• Role: First witness to the resurrection
• Key Scripture: Luke 8:1-2, John 20:11-18, Mark 16:9

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