The Gospel of Mary Magdalene

By: Jean-Yves Leloup

Narrated by: Jacob Needleman, Gabrielle de Cuir, Stephen Hoye, Stefan Rudnicki

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.

©2004 Jean Leloup (P)2004 Phoenix Books, Inc.

Critic reviews

"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)

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.

The Beautiful Wisdom

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

Magdalene's Gospel

What made the experience of listening to The Gospel of Mary Magdalene the most enjoyable?

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.

Any additional comments?

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

Excellent Analysis

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

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