who was with mary at the cross

At the cross, the Gospels name Mary, the mother of Jesus , Mary Magdalene , and Mary of Clopas. In John’s account, Mary’s sister is also mentioned, and many Christians understand John the apostle to have been there as well.

Gospel picture

John says, “Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother, his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene”.

Other Gospel accounts also mention women watching from a distance, including Mary Magdalene and other female followers of Jesus.

Short answer

If you mean who was with Mary at the cross , the clearest names are:

• Mary Magdalene

• Mary of Clopas

• Mary’s sister in John’s wording

• John the apostle , in Christian tradition and some interpretations of the passage

If you want, I can also show the verse in plain language or explain the different Gospel accounts side by side.