Christmas Music One Liners
Come, they told me, pa rum pum pum pum...
What is "Little Drummer Boy"?
"Little Drummer Boy" was originally titled "Carol of the Drum".She was a young woman from Nazareth that was chosen by God to be the mother of Jesus.
Who was Mary?
The angel Gabriel tells Mary that she will conceive and give birth to a son named Jesus.
He wrote "A Charlie Brown Christmas".
Who was Charles M. Schulz?
Monroe was his middle name, but his nickname was Sparky.
This is a symbol of God's faithfulness and his promise to never again destroy the earth by flood.
What is the rainbow?
2 Peter 3:10 states that "the elements will melt with fervent heat; both the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up." God will make global warming a reality. Hebrews 1:10-12 states that God will fold the heavens and the earth up like an old garment.
In the movie "Frosty the Snowman", these are Frosty's first words each time he puts on the magic hat.
What is "Happy Birthday"?
Karen was the little girl who befriended Frosty. The name of the magician's rabbit was Hocus Pocus. It was first broadcast on December 7, 1969.
Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la, la la la la...
What is "Deck the Halls"?
The fa la la la la refrain was originally an instrumental floruish played by a harpist.
God raises this beautiful Jewish lady to be Queen of Persia for "such a time as this" to save the Jewish people from a plot by Haman to exterminate them.
Who was Esther?
Haman was hanged on the gallows that he built to hang Mordecai (Esther's cousin and guardian). The Jewish holiday of Purim originates from how Esther saved the Hebrew people from annihilation.
Theodor Geisel who wrote "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" was better known by this name.
Who was Dr. Seuss?
Seuss was his middle name.
This animal is a symbol of gentleness, innocence, and purity, which are qualities associated with Jesus Christ and His sacrifice.
What are sheep or lambs?
Sheep have unique rectangular pupils that allow them amazing peripheral vision. It's estimated that their field of vision is between 270 and 320 degrees. Humans average 155 degrees. Ron had to humble himself to find anything good to say about sheep.
In "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer", Hermey the elf did not want to be a toy maker, he wanted to be this?
What is a dentist?
Hermey removes the teeth of the Abominable Snow monster, nicknamed "Bumble". The stop-motion classic is the longest-running Christmas special in history. It first aired on NBC on December 6, 1964 and continues to be broadcast annually. At the end of the movie, Santa's sleigh is pulled by only seven reindeer (not the expected nine).
Round yon virgin mother and child!
What is "Silent Night"?
"Silent Night" is the most recorded Christmas song ever.She was married to Abraham and God blessed her with a son who would make her the "mother of nations".
Who was Sarah?
Abraham (with Sarah) was the father of the Hebrew people through Isaac and Jacob. Abraham (with Hagar) is the father of the Arab people through Ishmael. The Israeli / Arab conflict continues to this day.
One of this author's most famous works was "A Christmas Carol" which was first published in December 1843.
Who was Charles Dickens?
The first print run was 6,000 copies and sold out within days.
This metal symbolizes wealth, purity, and divine glory.
What is gold?
Gold was extensively used in the construction of the Tabernacle and the Temple, signifying holiness and divine presence. Gold is mentioned in the Bible from Genesis through Revelation. Revelation 21:21 states that the streets of new Jerusalem will be pure gold, like transparent glass.
In "A Charlie Brown Christmas", this character explains the meaning of Christmas.
Who is Linus? He quotes from the Book of Isaiah.
First broadcast on Ron's birthday - December 9, 1965. On the first broadcast, the special received a 50 share meaning that half the households watching TV at that time were watching this special (roughly 15 million people).
Just like the ones I used to know...
What is "White Christmas"?
"White Christmas is the best selling single of all time.
This Canaanite woman hid the two spies Joshua sent into Jericho prior to conquest of the city.
Who was Rahab?
Rahab is in the lineage of King David (and consequently Jesus) - Rahab (Salmon), Boaz (Ruth the Moabitess), Obed, Jesse, David.
Clemente Clarke Moore or Henry Livingston Jr. wrote the poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas" which is better known by this name.
What is "The Night Before Christmas"?
The poem first appeared in The Sentinel newspaper in Troy, NY in 1823 and credited to "A Friend of the Family". The poem created the familiar image of Santa as a jolly, plump man with a sleigh, flying reindeer, chimney delivery, and the eight reindeer names - Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen.
This number represents completion and spiritual perfection and is first represented in the creation story in Genesis.
What is seven? God rested on the 7th day.
The Israelites marched around Jericho for 7 days, and on the 7th day, they circled the city 7 times. Solomon's Temple took 7 years to construct, and the dedication included a 7-day feast. The Book of Revelation includes 7 letters to 7 churches, 7 seal judgments, 7 trumpet judgments, and 7 bowl judgments.
In the movie "Polar Express", this famous actor voices six different parts.
Who is Tom Hanks?
He voices the Conductor, the Hobo, Santa Claus, the Scrooge-like businessman, the Narrator, and the nameless boy protagonist (Hero Boy). Steven Tyler (from Aerosmith) voices the energetic Elf Singer towards the end of the movie and sings "Rockin' on Top of the World".
Oh, my love, we've had our share of tears...
What is "Thank God it's Christmas"?
This is the only Christmas song recorded by the rock group Queen. The song was written by guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor.
She was the only named female judge in the Bible. She summoned Barak to lead 10,000 men against the powerful Canaanite army.
Who was Deborah?
She was also a prophetess and poet. After God handed the Hebrews a victory over the Canaanites, Deborah and Barak sang The Song of Deborah found in Judges 5.
"Christmas with the Kranks" was based on the book "Skipping Christmas" by this famous author who is better known for his best-selling legal thrillers.
Who is John Grisham?
John Grisham was an attorney before becoming an author. He has written 37 consecutive number-one fiction best sellers and has sold more than 300 million copies of his novels.
This color often symbolizes royalty and wealth. The dye was rare and expensive.
What is the color purple?
The dye was derived from the murex shellfish. It is estimated that 10,000 to 12,000 snails were needed for just a gram or two of dye.
In the 2011 movie "Arthur Christmas", Arthur discovered that this present was not delivered as intended to Gwen Hines.
What is a pink Twinkle Bike with stabilizers?
Gwen was from Trelew, Cornwall, England. In the movie, Trelew was laid out in the form of Santa Claus. Arthur's brother, Steve Claus, has his goatee shaped in the form of a Christmas tree.