Meaning of Mary Magdalene in the Bible
Meaning
“Mary called Magdalene, associated with Magdala”
Mary Magdalene was a disciple of Jesus from whom the Gospels say seven demons had gone out. She travelled with Jesus and other women who supported the ministry, remained present at the crucifixion and burial, and came to the tomb after the Sabbath. In John's Gospel she encounters the risen Jesus and carries the news to the disciples. She must not be conflated with Mary the mother of Jesus or with unnamed women in other Gospel episodes.
Scripture References for Mary Magdalene
7 key passages featuring this name
Luke 8:2
“And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils,”
Matthew 27:56
“Among which was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of Zebedee’s children.”
Matthew 27:61
“And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulchre.”
Mark 16:9
“Now when Jesus was risen early the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had cast seven devils.”
John 20:1
“The first day of the week cometh Mary Magdalene early, when it was yet dark, unto the sepulchre, and seeth the stone taken away from the sepulchre.”
John 20:16
“Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She turned herself, and saith unto him, Rabboni; which is to say, Master.”
John 20:18
“Mary Magdalene came and told the disciples that she had seen the Lord, and that he had spoken these things unto her.”
Associated Biblical Places
Related Biblical Names
The Name Mary Magdalene in God's Word
Names in Scripture carry deep significance. Mary Magdalene — meaning “Mary called Magdalene, associated with Magdala” — reflects a truth about identity, purpose, and God's design. Meditate on these passages to understand what this name reveals about God's character and His people.
- Author:
- The Lord Will Editorial Team
- Reviewed by:
- Ugo Candido
- Last updated: