Mary Magdalene is one of the best-known figures in the Bible and has been a frequent inspiration to artists and writers over the last 2000 years. However, her identity has provoked much debate.

Elizabeth Schrader Polczer is assistant professor of New Testament at Villanova University. Her research focuses on textual criticism, Mary Magdalene, and the Gospel of John. Hear the full version of ...

Experts say that Saint Mary Magdalene showcases the Italian Renaissance master’s early talent. “He was working with such technical refinement already at this point in his career,” Daria ...