Mary

Mary, in the New Testament. 1. Mary, the Virgin. 2. Mary Magdalene. 3. Wife of Cleophas. 4. Mary of Bethany, sister of Lazarus and Martha. She sat at Jesus' feet while Martha served. She has come to symbolize the life of contemplative love of God. Some identify her with St. Mary Magdalen. 5. Roman lady saluted by Paul. 6. Mother of St. Mark. 7. Mother of Saint James the Less.

The Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia, 6th ed. Copyright © 2007, Columbia University Press. All rights reserved.

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