All four Gospels record that several women remained near the cross during the crucifixion of Jesus. While many of the disciples had fled, these women stayed nearby and later became witnesses to both the burial and the Resurrection.
The Gospel writers sometimes list slightly different names, which reflects that several women were present near the cross during the crucifixion.
Key Passages: John 19:25, Mark 15:40-41, Matthew 12:55-56, Luke 23:49
Mary, mother of Jesus
* Jesus entrusted her care to the disciple John
Mary Magdalene
* Later witnessed the Resurrection
Mary, mother of James and Joses (Joseph)
* Also witnessed the burial of Jesus
Mary, wife of Clopas
* Named among the women standing near the cross
Salome
* Often identified as the mother of James and John