Birth Naratives Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the events surrounding the visitors from the east
A
After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in judea, magi from the east came to Jerusalem and brought gifts and worshipped him and they had a dream about king Herod
2
Q
What are the 3 gifts
A
- gold
- frankincense
- myrhh
3
Q
Describe gold (3)
A
- represents Loyalty
- Jesus was known as the king of Jews
- he would have the qualities of a king
4
Q
Describe frankincense (3)
A
- the resin from a tree
- represents Jesus’s priestly role
- provides a link between god and his people
5
Q
Describe myrhh (3)
A
- an oil used to anoint the dead
- represents jesus’ humanity and death
- spiritual messiah
