(rebellion). Greek form of Miriam. (1) The mother of Jesus when she was the virgin, betrothed of Joseph (Matt. 1:18-25; 12:46; Mark 6:3; Luke 8:19; John 2:1-5; 19:26; Acts 1:14). To her it was said, “that holy things which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God (Luke 1:35) (2) Wife of Cleophas (Matt. 27:56,61; 28:1-9; Mark 16:1-8; Luke 24:1-10). (3) Mother of John Mark (Acts 12:12; Col. 4:10). (4) Sister of Martha and Lazarus (Luke 10:41-42; John 11; 12). (5) Mary Magdalene; that is, of Magdala (Matt. 28:1-10; Mark 16:1-10; Luke 24:10; John 20:1-18). (6) A Roman convert (Rom. 16:6).