The Meaning of Mary Magdalene
Discovering the Woman at the Heart of Christianity
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The Meaning of Mary Magdalene
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Narrated by:
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Gabra Zackman
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Written by:
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Cynthia Bourgeault
About this listen
Mary Magdalene is one of the most influential symbols in the history of Christianity - yet, if you look in the Bible, you'll find only a handful of verses that speak of her. How did she become such a compelling saint in the face of such paltry evidence? In her effort to answer that question, Cynthia Bourgeault examines the Bible, church tradition, art, legend, and newly discovered texts to see what's there. She then applies her own reasoning and intuition, informed by the wisdom of the ages-old Christian contemplative tradition. What emerges is a radical view of Mary Magdalene as Jesus' most important disciple, the one he considered to understand his teaching best. That teaching was characterized by a nondualistic approach to the world and by a deep understanding of the value of the feminine. Cynthia shows how an understanding of Mary Magdalene can revitalize contemporary Christianity, how Christians and others can, through her, find their way to Jesus' original teachings and apply them to their modern lives.
©2010 Cynthia Bourgeault (P)2014 Audible Inc.What listeners say about The Meaning of Mary Magdalene
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- Lee
- 2022-04-16
Explore the Divine
An intellectual exploration of the importance of Mary Magdalene to the life & teachings of Jesus. The author sets out to provoke thought and deeper understanding of what the Divine is and how Mary Magdalene is an integral part of Its wholeness. This is a book I look forward to listening to again and again.
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- nascenta
- 2021-12-02
insightful.
I really enjoyed this book. If true her thesis, can explain much of what is behind the scenes driving Feminism forward in the hearts and minds of many who want healing, growth and appreciation between the sexes. I loved Cynthia's insights regarding the spiritual journey that marriage can (and should) be. A book (or 12) should be written about how to practice that type of spirituality.
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- Douglas L. Taves
- 2022-04-01
Why is the real gospel not the focus? The free gift of eternal life with God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit
This audio book’s Chapter 8 4:25 “are you the one who is to come?” Is not Matthew 3:11.
This a really bad book. Let scripture interpret scripture. I was going to try and make it to the end of this book but I can’t if it lies to prove it’s point. I hope that anyone who reads this examines themselves against the ten real commandments (no idols or man made images included) realizes their sin, asks for forgiveness, repents and grabs hold of Jesus free gift of righteousness that no Mary could ever earn. Luke 1:47. The virgin Mary needed a saviour too.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2024-11-23
sounds like the devil in disguise.
dispose definitely starts with some incredible and amazing facts. and in using biblical references that would have offered a five star rating. but then suddenly the book takes a left hand turn into Eastern philosophy. I just converted from Eastern philosophy to christianity. I am very concerned for the writer as when she goes on this Eastern twist she neglects the Bible in order to make her point. you can't have it both ways.
Her matter of fact voice along with her sometimes condescending tone does not make what she has written fact. I can certainly say that I have loved the material I have read by other authors regarding the Beloved Companion. This one was a serious let down and I'm certain the writer is now off doing ayahuasca in some dark corner of the universe.
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