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Mary Magdalene
Gwyneth Paltrow first learned about Cynthia Bourgeault almost two years ago when she started looking for scholars and thinkers to contribute to the BE section on her GOOP.com. Bourgeault's words have been a powerful inspiration ever since. In her new book, The Meaning of Mary Magdalene (Shambhala Publications), through biblical research and analysis of several forgotten Gospels—including the Gospel of Mary Magdalene—she is able to show this often reviled character as another apostle and a companion of Jesus. In their relationship, she posits the possibility of a true and mystical love and through it, forgiveness and salvation.
GOOP.com interviews Cynthia Bourgeault on her new book.
Q: What is the book about? |
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Obviously, it’s about Mary Magdalene, but in her three interlocking roles as apostle, intimate friend of Jesus, and purveyor of sacred Wisdom. More>>
