Susanna

Q: Why is so little known about Susanna?

Luke mentions her only in Luke 8:3 among women who supported Jesus. No other details are given—not her background, not her healing (if any), not her family. Yet she was faithful enough to be recorded by name. She represents countless unnamed believers whose service matters to God.

Supporter of Jesus' Ministry

New Testament

Susanna was one of the women who followed Jesus during His ministry in Galilee. She was among those who had been healed by Jesus and who supported His ministry out of their own resources. She is mentioned alongside Mary Magdalene and Joanna.

Character Traits

FaithfulGenerousDisciple

Life Timeline

Following Jesusc. AD 28-30

Susanna follows Jesus and supports His ministry from her own resources.

LUK 8:3

Key Relationships

Jesus ChristDisciple

Disciple and Supporter - Susanna followed and supported Jesus financially.

Mary MagdaleneAssociate

Fellow Disciple - Susanna traveled with other women who followed Jesus.

JoannaAssociate

Fellow Disciple - Susanna was among the women supporting Jesus.

Key Locations

Galilee

Where Susanna traveled with Jesus.

Spiritual Lessons

Unnamed but Not Unimportant

Susanna is mentioned only once, with no other details. Yet she was important enough for Luke to record her name. God sees and honors faithful service even when the world barely notices. Every act of support for Christ's work matters.

Key Verses

Luke 8:1-3

Frequently Asked Questions

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