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CHRISTMAS

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  • Who announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds?
    Angels
  • Who ordered the massacre of infants in an attempt to kill Jesus?
    King Herod ordered the massacre of infants in an attempt to eliminate the perceived threat to his throne.
  • Where was Jesus born according to Christian tradition?
    Bethlehem
  • What prompted Mary and Joseph to travel to Bethlehem
    They traveled to Bethlehem for a census ordered by the Roman Emperor Augustus
  • Why did Joseph take Mary and Jesus to Egypt after Jesus' birth?
    oseph was warned in a dream about King Herod's plan to harm Jesus, so the family fled to Egypt to escape the danger.
  • Which Gospel accounts contain the story of Jesus' birth?
    Matthew and Luke.
  • What is the traditional Christian liturgical season that commemorates the birth of Jesus?
    Advent
  • What are the names of the three Magi/ Wise Men?
    Gaspar, Melchior and Balthasar
  • What celestial phenomenon guided the Magi to Jesus?
    The Magi were guided by a star, often referred to as the Star of Bethlehem
  • According to the Bible, in what type of place was Jesus laid after his birth?
    manger