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Martha Washington, Stuart, Gilbert, 1755-1828, Washington, Martha, 1731-1802, 1900

Christ in the home of Mary and Martha, Tanner, Henry Ossawa, 1859-1937, Jesus Christ, Mary, of Bethany, Saint, Martha, Saint, Interiors, Dwellings, Biblical events, 1900

VENICE: FESTIVAL, 1700s. Revelers celebrating the Feast of Saint Martha in Venice, Italy. Detail of a painting by Gaspare Diziani, 18th century

YACHTING, 1879. Waiting for a breeze. Engraving from a drawing by Thomas Worth, 1879

PANAMA: RAILWAY, c1912. A gang of approximately 150 men shifting track by hand. Photographed by George W. Harris and Martha Ewing, c1912

GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-1799). 1st President of the United States. At home with his family. Illustration by Edward Percy Moran, c1911

MARTHA WASHINGTON (1731-1802). Wife of President George Washington. Undated silhouette

MARTHA JEFFERSON RANDOLPH (1772-1836). Daughter of Thomas Jefferson and White House hostess. Silhouette, early 19th century

MARY LEE FITZHUGH CUSTIS (1788-1853). Wife of George Washington Parke Custis. Oil painting, early 19th century

ELEANOR PARKE CUSTIS LEWIS (1779-1852). Oil on canvas, 1785, by R. E. Pine
ELEANOR PARKE CUSTIS LEWIS (1779-1852). Oil on canvas, 1785, by R.E. Pine

MARTHA WASHINGTON (1732-1802). Wife of George Washington. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after the Gilbert Stuart painting

MARTHA FREUD (1861-1951). Nee Bernays; wife of Sigmund Freud. Photographed in 1884

Diagram of the garden of George and Martha Washington at their home at Mount Vernon, Virginia
MOUNT VERNON: GARDEN. Diagram of the garden of George and Martha Washington at their home at Mount Vernon, Virginia. Diagram, early 20th century

Martha Bartlett with her Kitten. Anonymous c1825-1840. American

The Raising of Lazarus Jesus raised Lazarus, brother of Martha and Mary (left), from the tomb after four days. Scene set in family side chapel

Jesus with Mary and Martha. Bible: Luke X. 42. Wood engraving c1870

Christ in the House of Martha and Mary (1618). Martha supervises work in the kitchen where the cook uses pestel and mortar to pound ingredients

Washington and his family: George and Martha Washington seated at table, Nelly Custis and George Washington Custis standing, servant entering the room

Iron Bridge Built Across The Martha Brae River, Near Falmouth, Jamaica

The Martha Washington Reception and Centennial Tea-Party at the Academy of Music, Irving and Nilsson Halls, New York, in Aid of the Floating Hospital of St

MARTHA CORY AND HER PERSECUTORS, US, USA, 1870s engraving

Passenger pigeon specimen C016 / 6153
Passenger pigeon (Ectopistes migratorius)

(1731-1802). Journey of Martha Washington to Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, during the winter of 1777-78
MARTHA WASHINGTON. (1731-1802). Journey of Martha Washington to Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, during the winter of 1777-78. Wood engraving, 19th century

President George Washington and his wife Martha at a reception. Line engraving after an illustration, 1883
WASHINGTON RECEPTION. President George Washington and his wife Martha at a reception. Line engraving after an illustration, 1883, by Howard Pyle

President and Mrs Washington at a Presidential reception: line engraving after an illustration, 1883, by Howard Pyle
PRESIDENTIAL RECEPTION. President and Mrs Washington at a Presidential reception: line engraving after an illustration, 1883, by Howard Pyle

(1838-1901). Daughter of President Andrew Johnson. Steel engraving, c1870, by John Chester Buttre
MARTHA PATTERSON (1838-1901). Daughter of President Andrew Johnson. Steel engraving, c1870, by John Chester Buttre

Martha Washingtons Reception. Line engraving after Daniel F. Huntingtons painting Lady Washingtons Reception or The
WASHINGTON RECEPTION. Martha Washingtons Reception. Line engraving after Daniel F. Huntingtons painting Lady Washingtons Reception or The Republican Court in the Time of Washington, c1865

(1772-1836). Daughter of Thomas Jefferson and White House hostess. Silhouette at age 15, 1787
MARTHA JEFFERSON RANDOLPH (1772-1836). Daughter of Thomas Jefferson and White House hostess. Silhouette at age 15, 1787

President and Mrs. Washington at a presidential reception in 1789. Lithograph, 1876 by Currier & Ives
WASHINGTON RECEPTION, 1789. President and Mrs. Washington at a presidential reception in 1789. Lithograph, 1876 by Currier & Ives

Washingtons Marriage
WASHINGTONs MARRIAGE to Martha Dandridge Custis, 6 January 1759. Lithograph, 1854, after Junius Brutus Stearns

Martha Jefferson Carr
MARTHA JEFFERSON CARR (1746-1811). Younger sister of President Thomas Jefferson. Undated silhouette

MARTHA MORTON (1865-1925). American playwright. Original cabinet photograph, New York, 1890s

MARTHA GELLHORN (1908-1998). American novelist. Photographed in 1943

GEORGE WASHINGTON PARKE CUSTIS (1781-1857). American playwright and grandson of Martha Washington. Line engraving, 19th century

WIVES OF FOUNDING FATHERS. Abigail Adams, Dolley Madison, Martha Washington, Elizabeth Hamilton, and Louisa Adams. Line engraving from Godeys Ladies Book, early 1800 s

MARTHA WASHINGTON (1731-1802). Wife of George Washington. Engraving, 1782

WASHINGTONs STEPCHILDREN. John Parke Custis (1754-1781) and Martha Parke Custis (1755-1773), the stepchildren of George Washington

DANIEL PARKE CUSTIS (1711-1757). First husband of Martha Washington. Wood engraving, 19th century

MARTHA WASHINGTON (1731-1802). Wife of President George Washington. The birthplace of Martha Washington at the Chestnut Grove plantation in New Kent County, Virginia. Line engraving, American

DANIEL PARKE CUSTIS. First husband of Martha Washington. Wood engraving, 19th century

MARTHA WASHINGTON (1732-1801). Mrs. George Washington. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

MARTHA JEFFERSON RANDOLPH (1772-1836). Daughter of Thomas Jefferson and his White House Hostess. Steel engraving after a painting by Thomas Sully, 19th century

GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-1799). 1st President of the United States. George Washington on his deathbed. Engraving, early 19th century

JESUS WITH MARY & MARTHA. Jesus with the sisters Mary, at his feet, and Martha (Luke 10: 38-42)
JESUS WITH MARY & MARTHA. Jesus with the sisters Mary, at his feet, and Martha (Luke 10:38-42). Wood engraving, 19th century

SALEM TRIALS: MARTHA COREY. The accused witch with her persecutors in her cell at Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

MARTHA COREY. The accused witch with her persecutors in her cell at Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692. American engraving, 19th century

Martha Washington at Mount Vernon. Full-length portrait, standing, facing left. Date c1868

Martha Perkins in Way down East. Date c1898

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"Martha: A Name Woven Through Time and History" From the biblical village of Bethany to the vibrant world of dance, the name Martha has left its mark on various realms. In religious narratives, we encounter Martha as a figure in Jesus' life alongside her sister Mary and brother Lazarus. Known for her hospitality, she welcomed Jesus into her home with warmth and devotion. Fast forward to Brigham Young's era, where polygamy was practiced within Mormon communities, and is said that he had multiple wives, including one named Martha. This historical connection adds depth to the name's significance. In artistry, we find captivating portrayals such as Diego Velasquez's masterpiece "Christ in the House of Mary and Martha. " The painting captures a moment filled with contemplation and contrasts between two sisters' approaches to their guest. Shifting gears from biblical times to more recent history, we encounter influential women like dancer and choreographer Martha Graham. Her innovative contributions revolutionized modern dance forever. The mention of Calamity Jane (born Martha Jane Canary Burke) reminds us of strong-willed women who defied societal norms during the Wild West era. Her adventurous spirit challenges traditional gender roles even today. Martha Washington emerges as an emblematic figure in American history as George Washington's wife. Her grace and support played a vital role during his presidency while leaving an indelible legacy behind. Lastly, let us not forget about everyday people bearing this timeless name—like Norwegian individuals named Martha or those whose ancestors hailed from Pennsylvania German heritage—a testament to how names connect generations across time and geography. Whether it be through religious tales or artistic expressions spanning centuries, "Martha" remains intertwined with stories that celebrate strength, creativity, resilience—and above all—an enduring spirit that transcends time itself.