# Mary Magdalene — Jesus the Son of Man character guide > Mary Magdalene in Jesus the Son of Man by Kahlil Gibran. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Mary, Mary Mother **First appearance:** 0003-mary-magdalene ## Snapshot A Galilean woman too proud to kneel to Jerusalem, who follows her son to the Holy City and waits for him without weeping. ## Who they are She trails Jesus through the gardens of Galilee but refuses to go down to Jerusalem, where northerners are mocked even when bearing temple offerings. When he finally calls his disciples to the Passover, she comes to her neighbor's door and asks to follow him with the other women. At the inn, hearing he is a prisoner, she does not weep but moves among the women like a lone banner in the wilderness, her bones of bronze, her sorrow too much for tears. ## Relationships ### [Luke](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/luke) _friendship_ Luke and Mary Magdalene share a deep, trusting companionship, often discussing Jesus's teachings and supporting each other. ### [John the Baptist](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/john_the_baptist) _social_ John the Baptist and Mary Magdalene are acquaintances who share a common faith but have limited direct interaction. ### [Rumanous](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/rumanous) _friendship_ Mary Magdalene and Rumanous are friends, often providing each other emotional support during turbulent times. ### [Jesus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/jesus) _romantic_ Jesus and Mary Magdalene share a deep, intimate love that transcends simple friendship, with strong romantic undertones. ### [Joseph of Arimathea](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/joseph_of_arimathea) _friendship_ Joseph of Arimathea and Mary Magdalene are friends, with Joseph providing resources and support for her mission. ### [Luke](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/luke) _friendship_ Luke and Mary Magdalene share a deep, trusting companionship, often discussing Jesus's teachings and supporting each other. ### [Rumanous](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/rumanous) _friendship_ Mary Magdalene and Rumanous are friends, often providing each other emotional support during turbulent times. ### [John the Baptist](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/john_the_baptist) _social_ John the Baptist and Mary Magdalene are acquaintances who share a common faith but have limited direct interaction. ### [John the Baptist](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/john_the_baptist) _social_ John the Baptist and Mary Magdalene are acquaintances who share a common faith but have limited direct interaction. ### [Luke](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/luke) _friendship_ Luke and Mary Magdalene share a deep, trusting companionship, often discussing Jesus's teachings and supporting each other. ## In the story ### [Anna the Mother of Mary](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/anna-the-mother-of-mary) Anna's daughter, mother of Jesus, who seems full of wonder rather than joy, and remains silent about her firstborn. ### [Mary Magdalene](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/mary-magdalene) The narrator, reflecting on her transformation from a woman possessed by seven devils to a woman who found herself through Jesus's love. ### [Simon Who Was Called Peter](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/simon-who-was-called-peter) Not explicitly present, but the chapter references the blessedness of the womb that carried Jesus, echoing Mary's role. ### [Rafca the Bride of Cana](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/rafca-the-bride-of-cana) Attends the wedding with Jesus and is whispered to about the lack of wine. ### [Salome, to a Woman Friend](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/salome-to-a-woman-friend) Mentioned as Salome's mother, who holds her back from seeking Jesus. ### [Mary Magdalene](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/mary-magdalene) Narrator of the chapter, reflecting on her deep emotional and spiritual connection to Jesus. ### [Susannah of Nazareth, a Neighbour of Mary](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/susannah-of-nazareth-a-neighbour-of-mary) The mother of Jesus, who displays profound strength and faith during the crucifixion and later consoles Susannah. ### [A Woman, One of Mary’s Neighbours](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/a-woman-one-of-mary-s-neighbours) The mother of Jesus, receiving consolation from her women neighbours on the fortieth day after his death. ### [Barabbas](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/barabbas) Stands near the cross, Jesus entrusts her to the beloved disciple. ### [Cyborea the Mother of Judas](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/cyborea-the-mother-of-judas) Mentioned by Cyborea as another mother with a sword in her heart, to whom she directs the inquirer. ### [Mary Magdalene](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/mary-magdalene) Speaker of the chapter, reflecting on Jesus' resurrection and the faith of believers. ### [A Man from Lebanon](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/a-man-from-lebanon) Mentioned as still present in the world, her face seen in all mothers, her hands rocking cradles and folding shrouds. ### [A Man from Lebanon](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/a-man-from-lebanon) Described as still in the midst of humanity, having drunk the vinegar of life and then its wine. ## 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