Mary Magdalene: Her Life After Jesus, the Gospel of Mary, and How History Has Spoken About Her Mary Magdalene is one of the most prominent women in the New Testament, yet also one of the most misrepresented. A careful reading of Scripture, combined with early Christian texts, shows a woman of faith, courage, and spiritual depth—far removed from the myths later attached to her name. Mary Magdalene in the Bible Mary Magdalene is first introduced as a woman delivered by Jesus from seven demons: “Mary (called Magdalene), from whom seven demons had come out.” — Luke 8:2 (NIV) The Bible does not describe her as immoral. Deliverance from demons signifies healing and restoration, not sexual sin. After her healing, Mary became a committed follower of Jesus and supported His ministry: “These women were helping to support them out of their own means.” — Luke 8:3 Mary remained faithful at the crucifixion when many disciples fled: “Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother… and Mary Magdalene.” — Jo...