Jesus' Birth
Where was Jesus laid at his birth?
In a manger
How many Magi were there?
Unknown but we do know that three gifts were given
Why was Rudolph not liked by the other reindeer?
Because he had a very shiny nose
What is the tree mentioned in "The 12 Days of Christmas"?
A pear tree
When was Jesus named
at his circumcision (8 days after his birth)
Why did Joseph and Mary go to Bethlehem.
For Joseph to register for the census
What does Frosty have as a nose.
a button
Who are the 5 women we know the names of in Jesus' lineage
Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Mary and Bathsheba
Which of Davids sons is Jesus descended from?
Solomon
When and how did the character of Santa Claus come about?
1931 as advertising for Coca Cola
Name all of Santa's reindeer.
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen and Rudolph.
What animal was Satan represented by in the story of Jesus' birth in Revelation?
A Dragon
Who did Herod Consult to find out where Jesus would be born?
The chief priest and teachers of the law
What is the name of St. Nicholas' helper in the germanic cultures (aka Sinterklaas' helper)?
Black Pete
What is the instrument "Silent Night" was originally written for?
the guitar
What are three prophecies about Jesus' birth?
Virgin birth, born in Bethlehem, descended from Davids line, the death of the young boys in Bethlehem, Jesus would go to Egypt, That he would be raised in Nazareth
What were the three gifts the magi gave and what is their significance?
Gold - represents the kingship of Jesus, frankincense - represents Jesus being worshiped as God and myrrh - represents Jesus' humanity and death
"Hot Cockles" was popular at Christmas in medieval times. What was it?
It was a game in which the other players took turns striking the blindfolded player, who had to guess the name of the person delivering each blow.
How many gifts would you receive if you received all the gifts in the song "The 12 Days of Christmas"?
364