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Simon the Leper

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Person mentioned in the Gospels according to Matthew (26:6-13) and Mark (14:3-9); sometimes identified with Simon the Pharisee

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Simon the Leper is a biblical figure who lived in Bethany, a village in Judaea on the southeastern slope of the Mount of Olives. He is mentioned in the Gospels according to Matthew and Mark.

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Christ and disciples at the table in the house of Simon the Leper, with Mary Magdalene and Martha servingChrist and disciples at the table in the house of Simon the Leper, with Mary Magdalene and Martha serving

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Simon the Leper is a biblical figure who lived in Bethany, a village in Judaea on the southeastern slope of the Mount of Olives. He is mentioned in the Gospels according to Matthew and Mark. These books tell of how Jesus made a visit to the house of Simon the Leper at Bethany during the course of which a woman anoints the head of Jesus with costly ointment. Bethany was also the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus.

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Died 100
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