The Magdalene Legacy

Mary Magdalene is one of the most painted and sculpted of all classical figures, so why has she been vilified by the religious establishment?

In the New Testament, the Magdalene is described as a woman that Jesus loved, and the first person to speak with him after his resurrection.  In contrast, Church doctrine claims she was a sinful harlot.   Why the discrepancy?  Why were certain Magdalene passages deleted from the original Gospels before their inclusion in the New Testament?

Using his privileged access to centuries of suppressed Templar, Vatican, and monastic archives, bestselling historical detective Laurence Gardner reveals Mary's true identity.  The Magdalene Legacy explores her secret marriage to Jesus, her connection to the Knights Templars, and the real relationship between the Magdalene and the Holy Grail, then examines these extraordinary findings against the backdrop of her depiction in fine art through the centuries. 

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