St. Mary of Clopas, one of the Marys at the crucifixion
published on 04/23/24
Few of Jesus' disciples were present at the crucifixion, but St. Mary of Clopas was one of those who were faithful to Christ during his Passion.It can be somewhat disappointing when reading the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ Passion and death. He was abandoned by nearly everyone who knew him; even his closest disciples avoided his crucifixion.
However, there were a few who stayed near Jesus and consoled him in his agony.
The Gospel of John states that there were three “Marys” at the foot of the cross.
Standing by the cross of Jesus were his mother and his mother’s sister,
Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary of Magdala.
John 19:25
Who was Mary of Clopas? Relatively little is known about Mary of Clopas, as the Gospel of John is the only place where her name is expressly given. This is the only mention of her in the entire Bible, and biblical scholars have had differing views as to the correct interpretation. For …
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