The combined words "Virgin Mary" are not mentioned in the Christian bible.
52 times
Approximately 54 times
In the Gospels.
The first time she is mentioned in the Bible is in Luke 8:3.
The combined words "Virgin Mary" are not mentioned in the Christian bible.
52 times
Approximately 54 times
There are only a few times in the New Testament that Mary is mentioned. The focus is on God the Father and Jesus.
John 11:1 - Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha.[NKJV]
Martha from the Bible was married to a man named Lazarus, who is often referred to as her brother rather than her husband. She, along with her sister Mary, is mentioned in the Gospels of Luke and John, where they are known for their close friendship with Jesus. The family lived in Bethany, and Martha is noted for her role in serving Jesus during his visits.
In the Gospels.
The first time she is mentioned in the Bible is in Luke 8:3.
There is no mention made of this in the Bible. However, Mary Magdalene is several times mentioned as having had seven devils cast out of her.
In the bible it is not indicated who between Mary and Martha was older. However, most scholars argue that Martha was the elder sister to Mary as she is seen taking charge at hosting Jesus. Both of them were Lazarusâ??s sisters.
Martha was the sister of Mary and Lazarus. She and her siblings were disciples of Our Lord and close friends of His. They ministered to him during his ministry and he was an occasional guest in their home.
There is much debate among various Bible scholars about Mary Magdalene. Some say there were three Marys - Mary of Bethany, Mary of Magdala and a Mary associated with the sinner mentioned in the New Testament. Catholic scholars tend to say there was only one Mary and she was the sister of Martha and Lazarus of Bethany.