Mary Magdalene has been surrounded by myths for centuries. What does the Bible have to say about her? Mary Magdalene was the first of Jesus’ followers to encounter the resurrected Christ. Magdalene refers to Mary’s hometown, Magdala (or Migdal), a fishing town on the western shore of Lake Galilee. Read More

The concept of birthright played an important role in many Bible stories. Learn more about what the significance of birthright was and how it factored into different Bible stories. Israel and other cultures of the ancient Near East gave special honor and privileges to the oldest son in every family. Read More

Each Gospel has unique features, including different perspectives on the Christmas story. Learn about the differences to prepare for your Bible reading during Advent and Christmas. The Gospels according to Matthew and Luke give an account of Jesus’ birth, but each offers a different perspective. Matthew’s Gospel focuses on Joseph’s… Read More