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===== 2. Adoption into Christianity =====
* Greek Influence: - As Christianity spread, the name "Miryam" (Aramaic/Hebrew) was translated into Koine Greek, the lingua franca of the early Christian world. - In Greek, the name became Μαρίαμ (Mariam) in early texts, preserving the original form with the final nasal sound. - Later, Μαρία (Maria) became more common, simplifying the final "m" sound.
* Roman Latin Influence: - Greek Μαρία (Maria) was adopted into Latin during the Roman Empire, further simplifying the name. - The Latin Maria became the standard form used in the Vulgate Bible, the official Latin translation of the scriptures.