# Mary Magdalene — The Imitation of Christ character guide

> Mary Magdalene in The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Mary

**First appearance:** 0003-book-i-admonitions-profitable-for-the-spiritual-life

## Who they are

Penitent follower of Christ, example of loving devotion.

## Relationships

### [Jesus Christ](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_imitation_of_christ_se/characters/jesus_christ)

_friendship_

Jesus Christ shows compassion and forgiveness toward Mary Magdalene, who is a devoted follower and witness to his resurrection.

### [Jesus Christ](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_imitation_of_christ_se/characters/jesus_christ)

_friendship_

Jesus Christ shows compassion and forgiveness toward Mary Magdalene, who is a devoted follower and witness to his resurrection.

## In the story

### [Of the Intimate Love of Jesus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_imitation_of_christ_se/chapters/viii)

Cited as an example of one who rose from tears when called by Jesus.

### [XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_imitation_of_christ_se/chapters/xi)

Mentioned as the 'pious Magdalene' who washed Christ's feet with tears, serving as an example of devotion.

### [Of Fervent Love and Vehement Desire of Receiving Christ](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_imitation_of_christ_se/chapters/xvii)

Referenced as the blessed Mother and glorious Virgin Mary, whose humble reception of the Incarnation is an example.

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