Bible Trivia
Where did the wise men first stop to look for the King of the Jews?
Herold's palace in Jerusalem
What is the date of the Feast of Epiphany?
January 6th
How many days is the season of Epiphany?
12
What were the three gifts?
gold, myrrh and frankincense
What epiphany about Jesus' future was made only a month after his birth?
At Mary's purification about a month after his birth, Simeon spoke to Mary at the temple about Jesus' future.
How did Herod discover the birthplace of the Messiah?
Scribes looked in Old Testament
We are suppose to be______of the world. fill in the blank
Lights
When does the season of Epiphany begin?
December 25th
What is the ACTUAL number of wisemen?
Unknown
What epiphany was made known at Jesus' baptism?
At Jesus' baptism, God revealed that Jesus was his son.
Why did Herod tell the wise men to return after finding the baby Jesus?
He wanted to kill the baby.
What does epiphany mean?
It is when something becomes clear to you!
Give an example OUTSIDE of religion for an extra 10 points
answers vary
The word Epiphany means “to show”, ”to reveal”, or “to make known”...
Why do we use this word for this celebration?
Wise men from the east were most likely men who studied _______________.
(Think about what led them)
Astrology
What epiphany was revealed in the town of Cana?
At the wedding in Cana, Jesus revealed his power through the miracle of turning water to wine.
Why do we think Herod killed all the babies 2 and under?
It probably took two years for the wiremen to travel.
About a month after his birth, what Epiphany was made about Jesus' future?
At Mary's purification about a month after his birth, Simeon spoke to Mary at the temple about Jesus' future.
From what country do we think the wise men traveled?
Persia
What ephiphany was declared in Jesus' home town of Nazareth?
Jesus declared himself the Messiah when He read from Isaiah's prophecy concerning the Messiah. When He finished he said today this has been fulfilled
How was baby Jesus saved from the baby killings of King Herod?
Joseph was warned in a dream to flee to Egypt.
What is the special dessert that is served at the Feast and what would you find inside?
A king's cake is baked with little baby Jesus' found inside
What is the name of the man in the temple who proclaimed Jesus being a light to the Gentiles?
Simeon
What is the name of the man who would have given the prophecy about a coming Messiah to the magi years before?
Daniel
What epiphany was revealed at the transfiguration?
The Mount of Transfiguration revealed Jesus' place in Jewish history with the presence of Moses and Elijah.