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The Gospel of Mary Magdalene

By: Jean-Yves Leloup
Narrated by: Jacob Needleman, Gabrielle de Cuir, Stephen Hoye, Stefan Rudnicki
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Perhaps no figure in biblical scholarship has been the subject of more controversy and debate than Mary Magdalene. Although she is discussed in the gospels of Philip, Thomas, Peter, and Bartholomew in the collection of writings known as the Gnostic gospels that were rejected by the early Christian church, there is no better insight into this mysterious and influential woman than Mary's own gospel.

The gospel text and the spiritual interpretation of Leloup together reveal unique teachings that emphasize the eminence of the divine feminine and an abiding love of nature over the dualistic and ascetic interpretations of Christianity presented elsewhere. What emerges from this important source text and commentary is a renewal of the sacred feminine in the Western spiritual tradition and a new vision for Christian thought and faith throughout the world.

©2002 Jean-Yves Leloup (P)2004 Phoenix

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"Less dualistic and more woman-affirming than the canonical quartet, the Magdalene's gospel might be embraced by contemporary seekers, both Christian and non-Christian." ( Booklist)

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Full of Knowledge.

Every Christen men and women should read or listen to this book. It is full of life giving wistom and information. For the men, women, young, old, married and unmarried people alike.

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The Beautiful Wisdom

Really enjoyed hearing Mary's perspective and understanding more deeper what was going on at the time.

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Magdalene's Gospel

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This was one of the best books I have read on Mary Magdalene. Extremely well researched and beautifully written. I have gotten much out of this audio presentation. A must listen to.

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If one is at all interested in the Gnostic gospels, early Christianity or the inner teachings of Jesus this is a very good book.

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Excellent Analysis

I was very unfamiliar with this gospel and found out so much more about Mary and the disciples. Excellent audiobook for understanding!

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The narrator 👎👎👎

I find it hard to listen to the narrator. She’s like, not talking in her real voice. If that’s her real voice then I imagine everyone she knows is like 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️STFU! LoL

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eye opening

this puts a whole new slant on the scripture. I think it is a welcome addition to the other canonical Gospels and should be part of them wherever!

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Very satisfying!

The commentary is blended very well with the text and infuses it with such life. This surpassed my expectations as a spiritual text.

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Well articulated gems

This was the first Christian text that really landed for me. It gave me clarity on “desire” and gods love, the role of imagination and emptying to good no-thing ness. If you are ready to hear…

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excellent history and details often inquired of

I've listened twice thus far. I really enjoy the details. This provides good history details that I have felt but wasn't sure.
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Wonderful 🙏

I loved the history and the beautiful gospel of Mary. Narration was perfect. A must read for all followers of Christ. A beautiful gospel.

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