Description
The Mary Magdalene Medal is a religious medal that is made of nickel plated metal and is 2.5cm x 1.5cm. It depicts Mary Magdalene with the inscription "The Penitent Magdalene" and is from the time of Domenico Tintoretto. Mary Magdalene is venerated in Latin Christianity, Oriental Catholicism, Eastern Orthodox, Anglican Communion, Lutheranism, and other Protestant churches. She is also canonized and has a feast day of July 22.
Mary Magdalene Medal
2.5cm x 1.5cm
Nickel plated
Mary Magdalene
The Penitent Magdalene
(
c.
1598)
by
Domenico Tintoretto
Apostle to the Apostles
Veneratedin
Latin Christianity
Oriental Catholicism
Eastern Orthodox
Oriental Orthodox
Anglican Communion
Lutheranism
other Protestant churches
Bah*'* Faith
Canonized
pre-Congregation
Feast
July 22
Attributes
Western:
alabaster
box of
ointment
Eastern:
container of ointment (as a myrrhbearer), or holding a
red egg
(symbol of the resurrection); embracing the feet of Christ after the Resurrection
Patronage
Apothecaries
Arahal, Spain
Atrani, Italy
Casamicciola Terme, Ischia
contemplative life
converts
glove makers
hairdressers
Kawit, Cavite
Amadeo, Cavite
Magdalena, Laguna
Order of Preachers
perfumeries
people ridiculed for their
piety
pharmacists
Pililla, Rizal
penitent sinners
tanners
sexual temptation
women