The Birth of Jesus
Matthew and Luke both agree that Jesus was born in this town. What town was it?
Bethlehem
Who ruled Judea at the time of Jesus's birth?
Herod
What did the shepherds do after seeing baby Jesus?
They went to spread the word
The angel tells Zechariah that his son will go before the Lord in the spirit and power of
Elijah
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What does the name "Jesus" mean?
"The Lord saves"
What caused Mary and Joseph to travel after Jesus was born?
A Census
How did the wise men know not to return to Herod?
They were warned by an angel in a dream.
Which book of the bible starts with the genealogy of Jesus going into His birth?
Matthew
What exactly do the Magi tell Herod they are looking for when they arrive in Jerusalem?
The one born "King of the Jews"
Mary and Joseph bring this offering to the temple in accordance with the law after Jesus's birth
Two turtledoves or two young pigeons
According to Luke, why was Jesus laid in a manger?
There was no room for them in the guest inn.
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Who recognized as God's salvation in the temple when He was a baby?
Simeon
Gabriel gives Zechariah a sign that his words will come true. What is that sign?
He becomes mute
According to Matthew, which prophet foretold that a virgin would conceive?
Isaiah
What Old Testament throne does Gabriel explicitly say Jesus will inherit?
The throne of his father David
On what day after His birth was Jesus circumcised?
8th day
Who ordered the census that caused Mary and Joseph to travel for Jesus' birth?
Caesar Augustus
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The most detailed account of Jesus' birth is given by
Luke
How many women are mentioned in Jesus' genealogy in Matthew and what is/are their name(s)?
Two; Rahab and Ruth
Luke traces Jesus's lineage back to this Old Testament figure
Adam
According to Luke, who was the first person Gabriel appeared to in Jesus' birth story?
Zechariah, the priest
The religious leaders quote this Old Testament prophet to identify Bethlehem as the Messiah's birthplace
Micah
How many generations came before Jesus' birth according to Matthew?
42 generations (3 sets of 14)
How many dreams did Joseph dream in the book of Matthew around Jesus's birth?
Four (4)
Matthew 1:20 - marry Mary
Matthew 2:13 - go to Egypt
Matthew 2:19-20 - return to Israel
Matthew 2:22 - go to Galilee, not Judea
The Magi's gifts each carry symbolic meaning. Match each gift with its theological significance
Gold = kingship
Frankincense = priesthood/divinity
Myrrh = death/salvation
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