Mary Magdalene and Her Role in Early Christianity

1. What significant event involving Mary Magdalene is recorded in all four Gospels?

A) Her baptism by John the Baptist.
B) Her visit to Jesus' tomb after his resurrection.
C) Her first encounter with Jesus at a wedding.
D) Her role in the Last Supper.

2. Which Gospel describes Mary Magdalene as the first person to see the risen Christ?

A) The Gospel of Luke.
B) The Gospel of John.
C) The Gospel of Mark.
D) The Gospel of Matthew.

3. What role did Mary Magdalene play among the disciples?

A) She was one of the twelve apostles.
B) She was a critic of Jesus.
C) She was a prominent female supporter and follower.
D) She had no significant role.

4. What is the title of the non-canonical text that features Mary Magdalene as a central figure?

A) The Gospel of Matthew.
B) The Gospel of Thomas.
C) The Gospel of Mary.
D) The Gospel of Judas.

5. What did Mary Magdalene do immediately after seeing the risen Jesus?

A) She left the area.
B) She hid in fear.
C) She went to tell the disciples.
D) She called for a gathering.

6. Who argued for the rehabilitation of Mary Magdalene's image in modern times?

A) Traditionalist scholars.
B) Fundamentalist leaders.
C) Feminist theologians.
D) Secular historians.

7. What is a common misconception about Mary Magdalene's character?

A) That she was Jesus' mother.
B) That she was married to Jesus.
C) That she was a prostitute.
D) That she abandoned Jesus.

8. Which church father tried to equate Mary Magdalene with Mary of Bethany?

A) Pope Gregory I.
B) St. Augustine.
C) Tertullian.
D) St. Jerome.

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