Luke's Account of Jesus' Birth

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What significant event was ordered by Caesar Augustus?

  • A religious festival
  • A military mobilization
  • A travel restriction
  • A decree for a census (correct)

Why did Joseph need to travel to Bethlehem?

  • To escape from Herod
  • To visit his family
  • To register for the census (correct)
  • To participate in a festival

How does Luke's account characterize the nature of Jesus' birth?

  • Sudden and chaotic
  • Grand and public
  • Humble and quiet (correct)
  • Extravagant and royal

What relation does Joseph have to King David?

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What does the census decree signify in the context of the narrative?

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What did the Magi bring to Jesus as gifts?

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What was Herod's true intention when he asked the Magi to report back to him?

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How did the Magi avoid Herod's plot?

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What action did Herod take in response to being deceived by the Magi?

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What was notable about Herod's dietary habits?

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What does the name 'Jesus' mean in the context provided?

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Who approached Mary and Joseph in the Temple to bless Jesus?

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What was the significance of Simeon's proclamation about Jesus?

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What role did the Magi play in the narrative?

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How did the Magi interpret the celestial phenomenon they observed?

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What prophecy did Mary refer to that indicated the Messiah would come from Bethlehem?

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What characteristic of Jesus' birth contrasts with conventional expectations?

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How did Mary believe she would be in Bethlehem when it was time for Jesus to be born?

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What significant role did Joseph play during the journey to Bethlehem?

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What does the phrase 'not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many' suggest about Jesus' character?

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Flashcards

Caesar Augustus's Census

A Roman emperor's order for a worldwide population count.

Joseph's Journey

Joseph's trip to Bethlehem for the census.

Bethlehem

Joseph's ancestral town, crucial in Jesus's birth story.

Mary's Pregnancy

Mary's state during the census and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem.

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Luke's Gospel

A primary source detailing the events leading up to Jesus's birth.

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Magi's gifts

Gold for kingship, incense for worship and myrrh for burial.

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Herod's Fear

Herod feared a new king's threat to his rule.

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Magi's Dream

The Magi were warned in a dream to avoid Herod's trap.

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Herod's Slaughter

Herod ordered the killing of babies in Bethlehem.

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Joseph's Flight

Joseph fled to Egypt with Jesus to escape Herod.

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Jesus's Mission

The purpose for which Jesus came into the world, as indicated by his name 'Yahweh Saves'.

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Simeon's Prophecy

An old man, Simeon, prophesied about Jesus's future, including his role in Israel's redemption, his sacrifice and resurrection, and the pain Mary would experience.

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Anna's Testimony

An elderly prophetess, Anna, confirmed that Jerusalem's redemption had arrived with the birth of Jesus.

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Magi's Visit

Wise men from the east, called Magi, followed a star to Bethlehem to pay tribute to the newborn King, Jesus.

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Astrology in Ancient Times

Astrology, the practice of interpreting celestial events, was taken seriously by learned people in ancient times, including the Magi.

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Micah's prophecy

An Old Testament passage predicting the Messiah's origin in Bethlehem, fulfilling a prophecy about King David's lineage.

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Joseph's obedience

Joseph's willingness to follow God's will, even when unclear, by traveling to Bethlehem for the census.

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Jesus' humble birth

The unexpected lowliness and poverty surrounding Jesus' birth, defying conventional expectations.

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Son of God, Son of Man

Jesus' dual nature - both divine and human, reflecting his mission to serve and redeem humanity.

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Serving instead of being served

Jesus' purpose to serve and give his life for others, expressed in his humble birth.

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Study Notes

Nativity and Hidden Years

  • Luke's Gospel details a decree from Caesar Augustus for a census.
  • This census occurred before Jesus' birth.
  • The census required all the world to be enrolled.
  • This was a crucial period in human history.
  • Jesus' birth was a significant event in the climax of a great redemptive drama.
  • Luke's account is considered the primary source of information about this period.
  • Jewish men registered in their ancestral cities.
  • Joseph, a descendant of King David, traveled to Bethlehem with Mary.
  • Mary was Mary was well along in her pregnancy at this time.

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