The Gospels give some intriguing clues to the identity of Jesus’ famous follower—who was unwed, moved freely, and provided ...

In Michelangelo’s version, Magdalene’s golden hair flows over her shoulders, exposing a bony clavicle as she leans forward to kiss ... of Mary is how it ends: with an argument. After Jesus ...

Texts discovered in the mid-20th Century raised further questions about the nature of her relationship with Jesus. Mary Magdalene is first mentioned by name in Mark, the second Gospel. However ...