"Magdala" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Magdala" Meaning

Magdala refers to the ancient town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee in Israel where, according to Christian tradition, Jesus Christ healed a woman who had a 12-year history of bleeding (Mark 5:25-34; Matthew 9:20-22; Luke 8:43-48). The site, also known as Migdal, is now known as Migdal Magdala and is a popular pilgrimage site for Christians.

"Magdala" Examples

Magdala

Magdala is a noun and refers to:

A type of climbing plant (Rosa rubiginosa) with prickly stems and pink flowers
The Magdala stone, a stone carved with the image of a man's face, believed to be a portrait of Jesus Christ
Magdala, a former name for the city of Migdal (Migdal is a small town in the Golan Heights, near the Sea of Galilee)

Here are 5 usage examples:

The garden was filled with blooming magdala, its pink flowers a beautiful sight to behold.
The Magdala stone is a significant artifact in the history of Christianity.
The tourists visited Migdal, a town once known as Magdala, to explore its ancient ruins.
Magdala, a type of rose, is often used in perfumes and fragrances.
In some churches, the Magdala stone is displayed as a symbol of faith.