An analysis of mary magdalene's character: A feminist approach

This study entitled, “An Analysis of Mary Magdalene's Character: A Feminist Approach-” is aimed to characterize Mary Magdalene in various perspectives. Specifically, it looked into her biographical sketch and characterization. In this study, the research presented only the character and issues pertaining to the sole subject-Mary Magdalene. It is psychosocial relevance to contemporary life and other issues concerning women relevant to the character. Moreover, it also looked into biblical, social, physical, and moral perspectives. The study made use of the qualitative method of research because the study did not only depend on the data provided in the library but also considered the ideas of authorities. The researcher also provided the biography of the subject of the study basing on the different aspects laid. The study made use of the psychological approach in the analysis that provides clarification for actions and reactions of character, sociological approach that puts relation to society's vital role in the organization and deepening of man's role. The summary is as follows: Mary Magdalene's character as a repentant whore is still within the mainstream of consciousness even though the Vatican did a revision in its missal and accorded her the title “Apostle to the Apostles”; Mary was Jesus’ pre-eminent female disciple and the leader of a branch of the early movement of Christianity that promoted women's leadership. This study takes cognizance on the suggested recommendation as such it must be treated with caution because of the danger of giving wrong interpretations; education administrators and policy makers should include strict implementation on studies uplifting women and sponsorship of activities towards the development of women.