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Martha

Facts:

Martha was a woman from Bethany who followed Jesus.

• Martha had a sister named Mary and a brother named Lazarus, who also followed Jesus.
• One time when Jesus was visiting them in their home, Martha was distracted by meal preparation while her sister Mary sat and listened to Jesus teach.
• When Lazarus died, Martha told Jesus that she believed that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God.

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(See also: Lazarus, Mary (sister of Martha))

Bible References:

• John 11:1-2
• John 12:1-3
• Luke 10:38-39

Word Data:

• Strong's: G3136