the Birth of Christ Flashcards
1
Q
What does betrothed mean?
A
Engaged
2
Q
Will they were engaged Mary was..?
A
Pregnant
3
Q
What were Josephs options when he found out that Mary was pregnant?
A
- divorce her quietly
2. Have her stoned to death
4
Q
What was Josephs decision?
A
To divorce her quietly
5
Q
Why did Joseph divorce her quietly?
A
He didn’t want to shame Mary or her family
6
Q
When did the Angels speak to Joseph
A
In his dream
7
Q
What does the angel tell Jospeh
A
That through the Holy Spirit the child was conceived, to name the baby Jesus and that the child will save people from their sins
8
Q
Who was Mary betrothed to?
A
Joseph, a carpenter
