Strong's Lexicon Magdaléné: Magdalene Original Word: Μαγδαληνή Word Origin: Derived from Μαγδαλά (Magdala), a town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for Magdalene, the town of Magdala is sometimes associated with the Hebrew word מִגְדָּל (migdal), meaning "tower." Usage: Magdalene refers to Mary Magdalene, a prominent female disciple of Jesus Christ. The name indicates her origin from the town of Magdala. She is often identified as a devoted follower of Jesus, present at His crucifixion and the first to witness His resurrection. Cultural and Historical Background: Magdala was a fishing town known for its trade and industry. In the New Testament, Mary Magdalene is depicted as a woman from whom Jesus cast out seven demons (Luke 8:2). Her transformation from a troubled past to a faithful disciple exemplifies the redemptive power of Christ. In a cultural context where women had limited roles, her prominence in the Gospel narratives highlights the inclusive nature of Jesus' ministry. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfem. of Magdalénos Definition Magdalene, of Magdala, a place on the coast of the Sea of Galilee near Tiberias NASB Translation Magdalene (12). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3094: ΜαγδαληνήΜαγδαληνή, Μαγδαληνης, ἡ (Μαγδαλά, which see), Magdalene, a woman of Magdala: Matthew 27:56, 61; Matthew 28:1; Mark 15:40, 47; Mark 16:1, 9; Luke 8:2; Luke 24:10; John 19:25; John 20:1, 18. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Magdalene. Feminine of a derivative of Magdala; a female Magdalene, i.e. Inhabitant of Magdala -- Magdalene. see GREEK Magdala Forms and Transliterations Μαγδαληνη Μαγδαληνή Μαγδαληνὴ Μαγδαληνῇ Magdalene Magdalenḗ Magdalenḕ Magdalēnē Magdalēnḗ Magdalēnḕ Magdalenêi Magdalēnē̂iLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 27:56 N-NFSGRK: Μαρία ἡ Μαγδαληνὴ καὶ Μαρία NAS: them was Mary Magdalene, and Mary KJV: was Mary Magdalene, and Mary INT: Mary Magdalene and Mary Matthew 27:61 N-NFS Matthew 28:1 N-NFS Mark 15:40 N-NFS Mark 15:47 N-NFS Mark 16:1 N-NFS Mark 16:9 N-DFS Luke 8:2 N-NFS Luke 24:10 N-NFS John 19:25 N-NFS John 20:1 N-NFS John 20:18 N-NFS |
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