Family Tree

Some traditions trace a “bloodline” through Mary Magdalene—sometimes portrayed in later lore as the vessel or “Holy Grail,” rather than a physical cup. In those stories, after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, she is said to have escaped while carrying their child in her womb.

From there, the narrative is often extended through medieval legends connected to King Arthur and later European rulers like Charlemagne. While these connections are part of enduring folklore and literary tradition, they are not supported by historical evidence in the way documented genealogies are.