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Who was Mary's relative who had a miraculous pregnancy around the same time?
Elizabeth (mother of John the Baptist).
What city is known as the "City of David"?
Bethlehem.
Does the Bible say exactly how many Wise Men came?
No, it never specifies a number.
Based on Herod’s decree, what was the likely maximum age of Jesus when the Magi visited?
Up to two years old (Matthew 2:16).
What was Joseph's profession?
A carpenter
What did Mary use as a crib for Jesus?
A manger (feeding trough)
What does the name "Immanuel" mean?
"God with us"
What is the original Greek term for the "Wise Men," and what was their likely background?
Magi, a term referring to Persian Zoroastrian priests or astrologers, not "Kings" (Matthew 2:1).
Which King ruled Judea when Jesus was born?
Herod.
Where did Joseph, Mary, and Jesus flee to escape King Herod?
Egypt
True or False: The Bible specifically mentions a donkey, ox, and sheep in the stable?
False, the Bible doesn't specify animals, though traditions add them.
What title did the angel give Jesus when announcing his birth to the shepherds?
Savior, Christ the Lord.
Who announced Jesus' birth to the shepherds?
A heavenly host of angels.
What three gifts did the Wise Men bring?
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem?
For a Roman census/enrollment.
Who was the elderly woman who recognized Jesus as the Messiah during his temple dedication?
Anna the prophetess.
What were the "wise men" or Magi?
Priests from the East
Which two books of the Bible tell the Nativity story?
Matthew and Luke.
What did the angel tell the shepherds to look for?
A baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
What was the name of the man at the temple who was promised he would not die until he saw the Messiah?
Simeon.