Christian feast day: Mary of Clopas

Mary of Clopas

Woman present at the crucifixion of Jesus

According to the Gospel of John, Mary of Clopas was one of the women present at the crucifixion of Jesus and bringing supplies for his funeral. The expression Mary of Clopas in the Greek text is ambiguous as to whether Mary was the daughter or wife of Clopas, but exegesis has…