A name from Scripture
Magdalene
MAG-duh-leen
Meaning
From Magdala; Tower
Hebrew / Aramaic origin · Girl · First in Matthew
What it points to
Magdalene — meaning 'tower' — speaks of the strength that comes from deliverance. Mary Magdalene's journey from bondage to becoming the first resurrection witness shows that those freed by Christ become pillars of faith.
Verses · King James Version
“Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She turned herself, and saith unto him, Rabboni; which is to say, Master. Jesus saith unto her... go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father.”
John 20:16-17
“Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils.”
Luke 8:2