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Detail From The Painting La Mise Au Tombeau By Caravaggio Showing Mary of Cleophas
Detail From The Painting La Mise Au Tombeau By Caravaggio Showing Mary of Cleophas

Saint Mary of Cleophas

Also known as: Mary of Clopas

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

24 April; 9 April (Armenian calendar; Catholic prior to 2001); 23 May (Orthodox calendar); 3 August (Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod calendar)

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Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Mary of Cleophas, also known as Mary the wife of Clopas, is a figure mentioned in the New Testament as the mother of Saint James the Lesser. She is believed to be the sister of the Blessed Virgin Mary, making her the aunt of Jesus Christ. While historical documents offer limited information about her life, she played a significant role in the events surrounding the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.

Feast Days

April 24April 9May 23August 3
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