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During the radio program, our guests discuss the changing views of Mary Magdalene over the centuries. Reflections of her in the art of various eras reflect these changing aspects.

The Elevation of the MagdaleneThe Elevation of the Magdalene (c. 1530-1540)
Peter Strub the Younger (Master of Messkirch)
Tempera on panel, 24-3/4 in. x 60-1/2
The Bergmann Richards Memorial Fund and the Fiduciary Fund, The Minneapolis Institute of Arts
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The Raising of LazarusThe Raising of Lazarus (c. 1558?59)
Jacopo Tintoretto
Oil on canvas, 70 7/8 x 108 1/4 in. (180.02 x 274.96 cm) (canvas)
Courtesy: The Minneapolis Institute of Arts
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Penitent MagdalenePenitent Magdelene (c. 1650-65)
Bartolom? Esteban Murillo
Oil on canvas, 48 1/2 x 42 1/2 in. (123.2 x 108.0 cm)
Courtesy: The Bergmann Richards Memorial Fund, The Minneapolis Institute of Arts
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Holy Myrrhbearer and Equal-to-the-Apostles Mary MagdaleneHoly Myrrhbearer and Equal-to-the-Apostles Mary Magdalene.
20th c. Greek icon
Egg-tempera on wood panel
Courtesy: Orthodox Church in America
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Icon of St. Mary MagdaleneIcon of St. Mary Magdalene
20th c. American icon
Egg-tempera on wood panel
Courtesy: Orthodox Church in America
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