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Christina Lopes, DPT, MPH11 minutes read

A boat carrying important figures, including Mary Magdalene, arrived in France around 42 AD, where she led Jesus's ministry after his death and became a renowned spiritual teacher. Mary Magdalene's teachings, emphasizing self-knowledge and rejecting the concept of sin, challenged traditional Christian beliefs and focused on achieving integration as divine humans.

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  • Mary Magdalene, historically misrepresented as a prostitute, was actually a wealthy supporter of Jesus's ministry and his partner, playing a crucial role in leading his ministry in France after his death.
  • The exclusion of texts like the Gospel of Mary, Gospel of Philip, and Gospel of Thomas from the Bible sheds light on Mary Magdalene's significant teachings focused on self-knowledge, direct connection with God, rejection of the concept of sin, and the pursuit of spiritual growth through integration of human and divine aspects.

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  • Who was Mary Magdalene?

    A: Mary Magdalene was a significant figure in early Christianity, known for her role as a spiritual teacher and partner of Jesus. She was not a prostitute, as commonly believed, but a wealthy woman from Magdala who supported Jesus's ministry and played a crucial role in spreading his teachings.

  • What were Mary Magdalene's teachings?

    A: Mary Magdalene's teachings focused on gnosis, emphasizing self-knowledge and direct connection with God. She rejected the concept of sin, asserting that individuals are inherently perfect and do not need salvation. Her teachings included practices like the Eye of the Heart, descent into the heart for spiritual growth, detachment from the material world, and achieving integration as divine humans.

  • How did Christianity change over time?

    A: Initially, Christianity was diverse, with various branches and texts. However, Emperor Constantine consolidated the religion in 325 AD, leading to the selection of only four gospels for the Bible. This process excluded texts like the Gospel of Mary, Gospel of Philip, and Gospel of Thomas, which revealed Mary Magdalene's crucial role as Jesus's partner and teacher.

  • Where did Mary Magdalene retreat to?

    A: After her brother Lazarus was beheaded, Mary Magdalene retreated to a cave on Sainte-Baume mountain in southern France. This cave became a place of solitude for her, where she continued her spiritual practices and teachings.

  • What book is recommended for learning about Mary Magdalene?

    A: "Mary Magdalene Revealed" by Meghan Waterson is a recommended book for gaining a deeper understanding of Mary Magdalene's teachings and legacy. This book delves into her role as a spiritual teacher and partner of Jesus, shedding light on her significant contributions to early Christianity.

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Mary Magdalene: Partner, Teacher, Spiritual Leader

  • A boat without sails or oars arrived in SanMar LA me in France around 42 AD, carrying important people fleeing Roman persecution, including Mary Magdalene, Jesus's partner.
  • Mary Magdalene, along with Mary the mother of Jesus, Mary Salame, and Lazarus, led Jesus's ministry in France after his death.
  • Mary Magdalene became a renowned spiritual teacher in southern France but retreated to a cave on Sainte-Baume mountain after her brother Lazarus was beheaded.
  • Mary Magdalene was not a prostitute as commonly believed but a wealthy woman from Magdala who supported Jesus's ministry and was his partner.
  • Christianity was initially diverse, with various branches and texts, but was consolidated by Emperor Constantine in 325 AD, leading to the selection of only four gospels for the Bible.
  • The Gospel of Mary, Gospel of Philip, and Gospel of Thomas, excluded from the Bible, revealed Mary Magdalene's crucial role as Jesus's partner and teacher.
  • Mary Magdalene's teachings focused on gnosis, emphasizing self-knowledge and direct connection with God, challenging traditional Christian beliefs.
  • Mary Magdalene's teachings rejected the concept of sin, asserting that individuals are inherently perfect and do not need salvation.
  • Mary Magdalene's teachings include the Eye of the Heart, descent into the heart for spiritual growth, embracing both human and divine aspects, detachment from the material world, and achieving integration as divine humans.
  • Recommended reading includes "Mary Magdalene Revealed" by Meghan Waterson for a deeper understanding of Mary Magdalene's teachings and legacy.
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