Verses 40-41
Matthew referred to the same three women, and Luke mentioned them generally. Salome was the mother of Zebedee’s sons, James and John, Jesus’ cousins. These women, like the soldiers, also witnessed Jesus’ death. Their loving example contrasts with the enemies of Jesus who ridiculed Him. However Mark 15:41 is unique to Mark. It should be a special encouragement to all female disciples. Many women followed Jesus and served Him throughout His ministry. John mentioned that he was present at the crucifixion (John 19:26-27), but none of the other male disciples appear to have been there. Women can serve Jesus as disciples as well as men. Their roles may be somewhat different from their male counterparts’ now as they were then, but their ministry is just as important. Mark’s introduction of these three women prepares for their roles as eyewitnesses of Jesus’ burial (Mark 15:47) and resurrection (Mark 16:1-8).
| Some Women Who Observed the Crucifixion |
| Matthew 27:56 | Mark 15:40 | John 19:25 |
| Mary Magdalene | Mary Magdalene | Mary Magdalene |
| Jesus’ mother (Mary) | ||
| Mary the mother of James and Joseph = | Mary the mother of James the less and Joses = | Mary the wife of Clopas |
| Mother of Zebedee’s sons = | Salome = | Jesus’ mother’s sister |
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