Mary facts for kids
Mary is a very old and popular name for girls. It comes from ancient languages and means "beloved" or "bitter." Many important women throughout history have been named Mary. This article will tell you about some of them.
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Famous People Named Mary
Mary, Mother of Jesus
Mary is known as the mother of Jesus Christ in Christianity. She is a central figure in the Christian faith. The Bible says she was a young woman living in Nazareth. An angel named Gabriel visited her. The angel told her she would have a special baby. This baby would be the Son of God.
Mary accepted this important role. She gave birth to Jesus in Bethlehem. She raised him with her husband, Joseph. Mary is seen as a symbol of faith and motherhood. Many churches and holidays honor her.
Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene was a follower of Jesus Christ. She is mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible. She traveled with Jesus and his other disciples. She was present at his crucifixion. This was a very sad and difficult time.
Mary Magdalene was also one of the first people to see Jesus after he rose from the dead. This event is very important to Christians. She is often seen as a devoted follower. She shared the news of Jesus's resurrection.
Mary of Bethany
Mary of Bethany was another woman who followed Jesus. She lived in the village of Bethany. This village was near Jerusalem. She had a sister named Martha and a brother named Lazarus. The Bible tells stories about Jesus visiting their home.
One famous story shows Mary sitting at Jesus's feet. She listened carefully to his teachings. Her sister Martha was busy with chores. Jesus praised Mary for choosing to listen. This shows her deep devotion to his words.
Mary I of England
Mary I was the Queen of England and Queen of Ireland. She ruled from 1553 to 1558. She was the daughter of King Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon. Mary was the first queen to rule England on her own. Before her, kings always ruled.
Mary I was a strong believer in the Catholic Church. Her father, Henry VIII, had separated England from the Catholic Church. Mary wanted to bring England back to Catholicism. She faced many challenges during her reign. She worked hard to restore the old religious ways.
Mary, Queen of Scots
Mary, Queen of Scots, was a famous queen of Scotland. She was born in 1542 and became queen when she was only six days old. She spent much of her childhood in France. She later returned to rule Scotland. Her life was full of drama and political struggles.
Mary was a Catholic ruler in a mostly Protestant Scotland. This caused many problems. She also had a claim to the English throne. This made her a rival to Queen Elizabeth I of England. Mary's life ended tragically. She remains a fascinating figure in history.
See also
- List of people named Mary
- Mary (given name)
