- 1. The Birth of Jesus is a pivotal event in Christian theology, symbolizing the miraculous incarnation of God in human form. According to the Gospel of Matthew (1:18–25), Mary, a young virgin, was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit, a revelation that astonished both her and her fiancé, Joseph, who initially considered rejecting her quietly to protect her dignity. However, an angelic visitation reassured Joseph, instructing him to take Mary as his wife, as the child she bore was to be named Jesus, meaning 'the Lord saves', fulfilling the prophecy that a virgin would conceive and bear a son named Immanuel, which means 'God with us'. Luke's narrative (2:1–20) places the birth of Jesus in the humble setting of Bethlehem, during a census ordered by Caesar Augustus that compelled Joseph and Mary to travel from Nazareth. The couple faced difficulties finding lodging, leading them to a stable where Mary laid her newborn son in a manger. This event was announced to shepherds by a host of angels, who proclaimed peace on earth and goodwill toward men, emphasizing the significance of Jesus' birth as a moment of divine grace and hope. The humble beginnings of Jesus' life, marked by simplicity and awe, continue to resonate as a cornerstone of Christian faith and celebration during the Christmas season.
Who was betrothed to Mary?
A) Peter
B) James
C) Joseph
D) John
- 2. Who appeared to Joseph in a dream?
A) A shepherd
B) An angel
C) A wise man
D) Mary's father
- 3. What did the angel instruct Joseph to do?
A) Return to Nazareth
B) Take Mary as his wife
C) Tell everyone her story
D) Leave her
A) Capernaum
B) Bethlehem
C) Jerusalem
D) Nazareth
- 5. What caused Mary and Joseph to go to Bethlehem?
A) A festival
B) A pilgrimage
C) A vision
D) A census
- 6. What did Mary wrap Jesus in after his birth?
A) Silk cloth
B) Animal skins
C) Swaddling clothes
D) Gold cloth
- 7. Where was Jesus laid after his birth?
A) In a basket
B) In a cradle
C) In a manger
D) On the ground
- 8. Who first received the news of Jesus' birth?
A) Priests
B) Farmers
C) Shepherds
D) Kings
- 9. What sign did the angel give to the shepherds?
A) A bright light
B) A baby wrapped in swaddling clothes
C) A thunderous voice
D) A star in the sky
- 10. To whom did Joseph take Mary and Jesus after Jesus' birth to escape danger?
A) Bethany
B) Jerusalem
C) Egypt
D) Nazareth
- 11. What did the wise men bring to Jesus?
A) Gold, silver, bronze
B) Silver, myrrh, spices
C) Incense, oil, spices
D) Gold, frankincense, myrrh
- 12. Which Gospel accounts the birth of Jesus?
A) Mark and John
B) Only Matthew
C) Only Luke
D) Matthew and Luke
- 13. The birth of Jesus was prophesied to be born of which tribe?
A) Benjamin
B) Ephraim
C) Levi
D) Judah
- 14. What did they name the baby born to Mary?
A) John
B) Jesus
C) Emmanuel
D) Joshua
- 15. What does the name 'Emmanuel' mean?
A) God with us
B) Light of the world
C) King of Kings
D) Savior of the world
- 16. Which Roman Emperor ordered the census?
A) Nero
B) Tiberius
C) Caesar Augustus
D) Herod
- 17. Who were the wise men also known as?
A) Disciples
B) Magi
C) Pharisees
D) Zealots
- 18. What unusual sign guided the Magi to Jesus?
A) A comet
B) A rainbow
C) A star
D) A cloud
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