Unravel the Mary Mysteries: A Fun Bible Trivia Challenge!

Ready to test your Bible smarts and untangle the Mary mix-up? The New Testament is full of remarkable women named Mary, each with her own unique story—and we’re putting you to the challenge! From standing by the cross to hosting escaped apostles, these ladies played starring roles in the greatest story ever told. Grab your thinking cap, dive into these five trivia teasers, and see if you can name that Mary! Don’t worry if you’re stumped—answers are waiting for you at the end. Let’s get started!

By what name is the Mary known, who was standing by the cross of Jesus after the crucifixion, with His mother, His mother's sister and Mary Magdala? (John 19:25) 

By what name is the Mary known, to whose house Peter ran when he escaped from prison? (Acts 12:7-12)

By what name is the Mary known who was a friend of Jesus and sister to Martha and Lazarus? (John 12:1-8)

By what name is the Mary known who was a friend and disciple of the Apostle Paul?  (Romans 16:6)

By what name is the Mary known who mentioned 13 times in the gospels, a disciple of Jesus, and the first to see Him after His Resurrection?

ANSWER #1:  Mary, the wife of Clopas

ANSWER #2:  Mary, the mother of John who is called Mark, author of the Gospel of Mark.

ANSWER #3:  Mary of Bethany

ANSWER #4:  Mary of Rome

ANSWER #5:  Mary of Magdala, or Mary Magdalene