Gospels
This Gospel writer is symbolized by a man.
The Gospel of Matthew
Symbolizes St. Mary
The flower/rod from the stem of Jesse
What prophecy did Simeon tell St. Mary about what would happen to her in relation to Christ?
A sword will pierce her soul.
This priest went mute after doubting the angel's message
St. Zechariah
Predicts that the Messiah will be born in this city
"“But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.” Micah 5:2
This Gospel writer’s symbol, the Lion, highlights Christ’s boldness and kingly authority.
The Gospel of Mark
Christ’s swaddling clothes symbolize this future event.
His burial
What did St. Mary do immediately after the annunication?
The went to visit Elizabeth.
This scholar was promised he would not die until seeing the Messiah.
Describes a mother weeping for her children, fulfilled in Herod’s massacre.
“A voice is heard in Ramah, mourning and great weeping, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.” Jeremiah 31:15
This Gospel’s audience was primarily Gentiles.
Symbolizes spiritual circumcision
Baptism
Finish this response (St. Elizabeth): "Blessed are you among women..."
"...and blessed is the fruit of your womb." (Luke 1:42)
The first people to receive the heavenly announcement of Christ's birth.
The Shepherds
Describes that a star will guide the Magi
"A star shall come out of Jacob" (Numbers 24:17)
This Gospel highlights Jesus’ human lineage and fulfillment of Jewish prophecy.
Gospel of Matthew?
Bethlehem symbolizes this spiritual gift Christ gives the world.
This response showed St. Mary's humility and obedience:
"Behold the maidservant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word” (Luke 1:38)
This woman accompanied St. Mary on the flight to Egypt.
St. Salome, mother of the apostles James and John
Describes that Christ will be born in a manger.
“The ox knows its owner, and the donkey its master’s crib; But Israel does not know, my people do not consider.” (Isaiah 1:3)
Known as the “Eagle,” this Gospel soars to heavenly heights to reveal Christ’s divinity.
The Gospel of John
The three magi/shepherds symbolize this title of Christ
The Good Shepherd
According to St. Mary's praise, this group is "scattered"
The proud
This prophetess, who struggled with infertility, rejoiced at the news of Christ’s coming.
Describes the prophecy that Simeon tried to change when translating the Septuagint.
"Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel." (Isaiah 7:14)