The Meaning of Mary Magdalene: Discovering the Woman at the Heart of Christianity

by Cynthia Bourgeault

Book Overview

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,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1590304950
• ISBN13: 9781590304952
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Shambhala
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.6" x 8.6"