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Who is called the Messiah?
Jesus
According to Matthew chapter 1: verse 17, how are the generations divided into groups and how many are in each group?
14 generations from Abraham to David, 14 generations from David to the exile to Babylon, and 14 generations from the exile to Christ.
What do the 'Christ' and the 'Messiah' both mean?
The Anointed One
How was Mary found to be pregnant according to Matthew 1:18?
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Why did Joseph have in mind to divorce Mary?
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How did Joseph plan to divorce Mary?
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Why did Joseph have in mind to divorce Mary quietly?
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When did the angel of the Lord appear to Joseph the first time?
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How did the Angel of the Lord appear to Joseph the first time?
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Who said it, to whom, and how: 'Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.'
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Why did the Angel say that Joseph should not be afraid to take Mary home as his wife?
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What gender will Mary's child be?
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Who is to give the son the name Jesus?
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Why was the son's name to be Jesus?
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Finish this verse and give reference: 'She will give birth to...'
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Why did the events surrounding the birth of Jesus happen the way they did?
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What does 'Immanuel' mean?
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'The virgin will conceive...'
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When did Joseph take Mary home as his wife?
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What did Joseph do when he woke up from his dream?
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When did Joseph consummate his marriage to Mary?
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According to Matthew 1:25, what name did Joseph give the son?
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According to Matthew chapter 2: verse 1, who was born?
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Where was Jesus born?
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When (during what time) was Jesus born?
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Who came to Jerusalem after the birth of Jesus?
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Where did the Magi come from?
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What did the Magi ask when they arrived in Jerusalem?
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How did the Magi know the King of the Jews had been born?
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Why did the Magi come to Jerusalem to see the one born King of the Jews?
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Who heard of the Magi's visit to Jerusalem?
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How did the news of the Magi's visit to Jerusalem affect King Herod?
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Whom did King Herod call together when he heard about the Magi's visit to Jerusalem?
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Who else besides King Herod was disturbed about the Magi's visit to Jerusalem?
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What did King Herod do first in reaction to the Magi's visit?
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Study Notes
Jesus and the Birth Narrative
- Jesus is identified as the Messiah, meaning "The Anointed One."
- Generational divisions in Matthew 1:17: 14 generations from Abraham to David, 14 from David to Babylonian exile, and 14 from exile to Christ.
- Mary's pregnancy occurred through the Holy Spirit.
- Joseph initially intended to divorce Mary due to his adherence to the law, wanting to avoid public disgrace.
Joseph's Dream and Actions
- An angel appeared to Joseph in a dream, reassured him not to fear marrying Mary, as her child was conceived by the Holy Spirit.
- The child's gender will be a son, and Joseph is to name him Jesus, who will save His people from their sins.
- Fulfillment of prophecy was a significant theme, specifically referencing Isaiah regarding the virgin birth.
- "Immanuel" means "God with us," highlighting the divine presence in Jesus.
Events Following Jesus' Birth
- Joseph acted after awakening from his dream, marrying Mary but waiting to consummate the marriage until after Jesus was born.
- Jesus was born in Bethlehem during King Herod's reign.
- The Magi came from the east, seeking the King of the Jews to worship Him, having seen His star.
- King Herod became disturbed upon hearing of the Magi's visit and sought information from the chief priests and teachers of the law regarding the prophesied birthplace of the Messiah.
Response to the Magi
- The Magi's inquiry about the newborn King raised alarm not only in Herod but also in all of Jerusalem.
- Herod's initial response was to gather the religious leaders for counsel, showing his desire to control the situation and respond to the perceived threat to his rule.
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Test your knowledge on the birth narrative of Jesus through key biblical events, including Joseph's dream and the significance of the virgin birth. Explore the generational lineage of Christ and the meanings embedded in His name. Challenge yourself with questions that highlight critical themes from the New Testament.
