Linda:  Yes, other sites notwithstanding, the idea that Mary represents the Jews is original with you.  Certainly interesting.
 
I have a retired pastor friend who goes periodically to Russia to teach the Bible to young pastors.  Here at home the plant where he has a part time job is owned by a Jewish man of Russian heritage.   When the pastor tried to share about his going to Russia and said "shalom", his boss retorted "what do you think I am, some kind of Zionist?"  (bitter)  But the pastor noted it was said with a subtle inclination that he might like further discussion down the line.
 
We must keep whispering in Mary's ear.
 

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Linda:  Seems you are being enlightened on this.  You can study further about Martha and Mary regarding the rapture on Lyn Mize's site: www.thefirstfruits.org.
 
Rachel E.
cloudsbenjamin@charter.net