A new book about the life of Mary Magdalene was released this week in her hometown Magdala, Israel. The author, Jennifer Ristine, spent four years as a tour guide in the ancient Galilean town, which is the site of an ongoing archaeological project. A press release from Magdala announced the […]
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Archaeological discoveries suggest Mary Magdalene could have been wealthy, influential woman
Mary Magdalene may not have been a poor prostitute on the street but rather a woman of wealth and influence, suggest scholars in the light of research and archaeological discoveries in her hometown, first century Magdala. These finds give insight into the environment and common life during JesusĀ“ period, but […]