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Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem?
Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem?
- To find better work opportunities
- To visit family for the holidays
- To escape persecution in their hometown
- To fulfill the prophecy of Micah about the Messiah's birthplace (correct)
Where was Jesus born?
Where was Jesus born?
- In a temple
- In a stable or manger (correct)
- In a hospital
- In a palace
Who were the first to hear the news of Jesus's birth?
Who were the first to hear the news of Jesus's birth?
- The Wise Men
- Joseph's family
- King Herod
- Shepherds in the fields (correct)
What was the approximate date of Jesus's birth?
What was the approximate date of Jesus's birth?
What political climate existed during the time of Jesus's birth?
What political climate existed during the time of Jesus's birth?
How did Mary know she needed to give birth in Bethlehem?
How did Mary know she needed to give birth in Bethlehem?
Why did the author suggest that Jesus's birth in humble circumstances wasn't surprising?
Why did the author suggest that Jesus's birth in humble circumstances wasn't surprising?
What was the significance of the shepherds being the first to hear about Jesus's birth?
What was the significance of the shepherds being the first to hear about Jesus's birth?
What does "Yeshua" mean?
What does "Yeshua" mean?
Who was Judas the Galilean?
Who was Judas the Galilean?
Flashcards
Joseph's Journey
Joseph's Journey
The journey Joseph took Mary to Bethlehem before Jesus' birth.
Micah's Prophecy
Micah's Prophecy
An Old Testament prophecy forecasting the Messiah would come from Bethlehem.
Birth in a Manger
Birth in a Manger
Jesus was born in a manger due to no room at the inn.
Shepherds' Announcement
Shepherds' Announcement
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Date of Birth
Date of Birth
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Circumcision and Name
Circumcision and Name
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Role of Angels
Role of Angels
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Herod's Reign
Herod's Reign
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Zealots
Zealots
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Significance of Humility
Significance of Humility
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Study Notes
The Birth of Jesus
- The Gospels of Luke and Matthew describe Jesus' birth, challenging conventional expectations
- The birth took place during a time of Roman rule in Palestine
- Jesus' birth was likely in 7 or 6 B.C., not precisely known
- Jesus was born in Bethlehem, according to Old Testament prophecies
- Joseph and Mary traveled to Bethlehem for Jesus' birth
The Significance of Jesus' Birth
- Jesus's birth was a significant event, despite occurring in obscurity
- Jesus' birth was more significant considering the expected method of birth in a palace
- The Son of God became Son of Man through Jesus' birth
- Jesus came to earth, not to be served, but to serve and give his life out of humility
- His life was a sacrifice and was a ransom for many
The Shepherds and the Angels
- Shepherds outside Bethlehem witnessed an angel announcing Jesus' birth
- Angels proclaimed: "To you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord."
- Angels filled the heavens with glorious singing, proclaiming "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men with whom he is pleased"
- Shepherds traveled to Bethlehem to see Jesus
- They paid homage to Jesus in the manger
Circumcision and Naming
- Jesus was circumcised eight days after birth
- Jesus' given name was Jesus, per Gabriel's message to Mary.
- Hebrew name Yeshua.
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