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Who informed Mary about the upcoming birth of Jesus?
The angel Gabriel
What gifts did the Wise Men bring to Jesus?
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem?
They traveled for a census ordered by Caesar Augustus.
Where did Mary and Joseph travel after Jesus was born
They went to Egypt.
What did the angels sing to the shepherds?
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.
Who told Joseph about the upcoming birth of Jesus?
What is another name for the Wise Men?
Magi
Why did Mary and Joseph have to stay in a stable?
There was no room available in the inn for them to stay
Where was Jesus placed to rest after he was born?
In a manger (a feeding trough for animals).
How many wise men came to see Jesus?
The Bible doesn't say, but we often think of 3.
Who told the Wise Men about the birth of Jesus?
They likely observed the star and followed it.
What is the meaning of the word "Emmanuel"?
"God with us"
Why did the angels appear to the shepherds?
To announce the birth of Jesus and share the good news.
Where did Mary & Joseph escape to after Jesus was born?
Egypt
What is the main message of Christmas?
The birth of Jesus, bringing hope and salvation to the world
Who was the king of Judah at the time Jesus was born?
King Herod
What does the name "Jesus" mean?
"God saves"
Why did Mary and Joseph have to escape after Jesus was born?
Because Herod wanted to kill all the children 2 years and younger.
How did Mary and Joseph travel to the City of David?
They likely traveled by donkey
How did Joseph and Mary decide to give him the name Jesus?
The angel told them to name him Jesus.
Who ordered the census that caused Mary and Joseph to go to Joseph's hometown?
Caesar Augustus
What does the gift of gold symbolize?
Gold symbolizes kingship
Why did the Wise Men follow the star?
They believed it would lead them to the newborn King
In what city did Jesus grow up?
Nazareth
Did the wisemen come to the stable to see Jesus?
No, they came later when Jesus was a little older.