55: We do not know exactly how many women were there. The group of them, together or separately, had followed Christ for a while. They were all Galileans and they, likely sensing by his words that he would be leaving them shortly, wanted to minister to him until then. The substance of this ministry was likely the caring for of the basic need of himself and his disciples, so that they might focus on the ministry.
56: Here three of the women are identified. First was Mary Magdalene, out of whom Jesus had cast seven demons. Her being called Magdalene has either to do with her being from Magdala, or because she was one who plaited women’s hair, which is what the word means. Either way, she was likely only referred to in this way to distinguish her from the others.
Mary, the mother of James and Joses, was the wife of Cleophas, and Jesus’ aunt on his mother’s side.
Salome was the mother of James and John, his disciples. Of course, John was present as well.
Also, Jesus mother Mary was present.
Personal Journal Entry #12049
Prayer Journal Entry #12049
Daily Bible Reading: Numbers 8:1-10:36
Praise Journal Entry #12010: Heavenly Father, may we all have the level of devotion that these women had! The faithfulness to Christ here displayed is an example for today. You are worthy of our constant attention. You are wonderful in Your ways, perfect in Your plans, and gracious in Your giving to us. I pray and praise You in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.