Mary Magdalene: Disciple or Jesus' Secret Wife? Unraveling the Mystery

• Mary Magdalene is debated as Jesus' closest disciple or 'secret wife,' with Gnostic texts hinting at intimacy.
• Modern works like 'The Da Vinci Code' claim marriage and children, though the Bible doesn't explicitly state this.
• She was a devoted follower, witnessed crucifixion, and was the first to see Jesus after resurrection.
• The 1945 discovery of Gnostic Gospels (Nag Hammadi library) fueled theories about their special bond.
• Despite controversies, she's revered as a saint by some churches and remains a mysterious figure.

Why It Matters: Mary Magdalene's true relationship with Jesus remains a debated mystery, spanning biblical accounts to Gnostic texts.