Nativity Story
What did the 3 wise men bring to Jesus?
Gold, myrrh, and frankincense
What is Kiahk?
The Coptic month in which we celebrate the Nativity.
Who was chosen by God to care for St. Mary and baby Jesus?
St. Joseph
What does being born in a manger teach us about pride?
That we should be humble
What hymns do we sing about during Kiahk praises?
We venerate the Virgin Mary, who gave birth to Jesus.
Who does the burning bush symbolize? Why?
Mary, the mother of God. Just as the burning bush was not consumed by the fire, the Virgin Mary carried Christ, the Fire, without being harmed.
a) Which gift shows Jesus is King?
b)Which gift reminds us that Jesus would suffer and die for us?
a) Gold
b) Myrrh
What does Theotokos mean?
Mother of God
What does "Emmanuel" mean?
God is with us
Spell: Gold, ______, and frankincense
M-Y-R-R-H
What is 7 and 4?
7 Theotokias and 4 canticles
Which group of people heard about Jesus’ birth first and went to see Him?
The sepherds
Which Angel appeared to St. Mary to tell her she would bear Christ?
Archangel Gabriel
Why do we pray the Kiahk praises mostly at night instead of during the day?
Because Jesus was born at night, and the Church wants us to stay awake and watch, like the shepherds.
Why did the Wise Men not return to King Herod after they found baby Jesus?
Because God warned them in a dream not to go back.