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What was the relationship between Martha and Mary of Bethany?

Martha and Mary were sisters. Luke 10:38-39; John 11:1

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Luke 10:39

And she had a sister called Mary, who sitting also at the Lord’s feet, heard his word.

Douay-Rheims Bible (Challoner revision), public domain.

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While Martha was busy serving, Mary sat down to listen to Jesus. Luke 10:39-40

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Martha and Mary were the sisters of Lazarus, and they lived in Bethany. John 11:1-2

One day, Martha welcomed Jesus into her home. Luke 10:38

Mary sat at Jesus’ feet listening to him, while Martha was busy serving. Luke 10:39-40 Martha asked Jesus to tell Mary to help her. Luke 10:40 Jesus answered that Mary…

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