Unspoken Sermons · Character
Martha
Sister of Lazarus, known for her practical service and concern.
minor
First appearance: the eloi
Martha shows up with force in The Displeasure of Jesus. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Martha is one of the sisters whose lack of faith in the Father causes Jesus sorrow; she is comforted by Lazarus's return.
Martha first appears in 0011 the eloi.
In The Displeasure of Jesus: Martha is one of the sisters whose lack of faith in the Father causes Jesus sorrow; she is comforted by Lazarus's return.
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