People
Where was the star located?(city and direction)
City is Bethlehem and Direction was East.
What gifts were given to Jesus from the wise men?
Gold, myrrh , frankincense
What Coptic month do we celebrate Christmas.
Kiyahhk
Why do we fast?
You fast because you are a Coptic Orthodox Christian preparing for the Nativity (Christmas), a spiritual journey symbolizing Moses' 40 days on Mount Sinai,
(Three extra days, and that would be a miracle comparable to moving the Mokattam mountain.)
Who was Saint Mary's Guardian?
St. Joseph
Who appeared to Zachariah
Archangel Gabriel.
What is the name of the country that St.Mary and St.Joseph escaped to.
Egypt
What types of food are we not allowed to eat?
Meat ,Dairy ,and eggs.
Who did the star appear to?
The Wise me.
How long did St.Mary Help Elizabeth
3 Months
After how many Elizabeth became pregnant, the angel appeared to the Virgin Mary.
6 Months
How many times do we fast in the whole Coptic year?
About 2/3 of the year.
True or False:
There were 3 wise men.
False (It is an unknown number)
Which Gospels mention Christmas?
The Gospel of Matthew and the Gospel of Luke
How old was Jesus when the Wise men came to meet him?
The age is unknown, but some say that he was between a few months and 2 years of age.
How many days is the Feast of Nativity.
43 days
Who are Saint Mary's Parents?(What are their names?)
Joachim (father) and Anne (mother)
What chapter in the Bible prophesies the birth of Jesus?
Isaiah
When was Jesus born?
The year is unknown but the clues that are in the Bible say that is most likely around.4- 6 BC
What Coptic month do we start fasting?
Around Ha-tor and entering in kaiyahk