Unit 4-infancy Narratives Flashcards
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The New Testament has 29 books
false
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Three books in the new testament cover the nativity
False
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Ceaser Augustus ussued a census that was the reason the Holy Family had to travel to Bethlehem
true
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Jesus willingly died to take away all our sins to to bring us closer To God
True
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Christians believe that Christmas is only celebrated at the birth of Chrsit
False
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St.Luke was the creator of the Gospel of Mark and Luke
False
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St. luke spent all his time with Jesus and learning the book of Matthew
False
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St Luke wrote two books of the Bible
True
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The old testament focuses on the struggles of st Nick
False
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Every Gospel in the bible covers the Infancy Narratives
false
What two books tell us the story of the nativity?
Matthew and Luke
What did the Angels say to the shepherd?
“do not be afraid, I bring you good news od great joy that will be for all people.”
What did the Heavenly Host tell the shepherds?
“Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to men whom his favor rests.”
What is the definition of “A great company of heavenly hosts.”
Millions of Angels in the sky
What caused Mary and Joseph to go on their journey?
Ceaser Augustus issued a decree that all families must go to their tribal town to be registered.
What are the names of the three wise men and what did each one bring to Jesus?
Gaspar–Frankincense
Melchoir–Gold
Balthazar–myrrh
how many wise men went to see the baby?
three that we know the names of but there could have been more
What did the world Magi come from?
the Greek world “magos” where magic comes from
Where did Joseph and Mary stay?
At the stable where the animals stayed
When and Where was Saint Luke born?
1 AD Antioch (modern-day turkey)
When and Where did Saint Luke die and where is he buried?
March 84AD,Thiva Greece. His body is buried in Padua Italy.
St.Luke was often referred to as an evangelist. What does this mean?
a Christian preacher who wants to spread the word of Christ
Name one story that is found in St.Lukes Gospel?
Good Samaritan, Mary visits Elizabeth, Prodgigal son
What is the most important thing about Christmas?
Jesus
How many books are in the NT and how many fo them cover the Nativity Story?
27 books, 2 cover the nativity story
Why did the Holy family not have a place to stay?
all of the inns were full
Who did the Holy Family spend time with during their stay in Bethlehem?
The Animals
What Jewish Holiday do some theologians believe that Christ was born on?
feast of the tabernacles
How did the Shepherds find the baby?
The North Star
Who is King Herod and what does he want from Jesus?
He is the King and he wants to kill Jesus
When is the Feast of the Tabernacles celebrated?
in the fall
What Angel came to Mary?
The Angel Gabriel
why did the Holy Family go on the trip?
For the Census
What language did Saint Luke write in?
Greek
What was Saint Luke’s Symbol
The Winged Ox
Which disciple did Saint Luke spend a lot of time with?
St. Paul
What two books of the Bible did St.Luke write?
Gospel of Luke and Acts of the Apostles
Roman vs. Palestine Census
-In the Roman empire you had to register where you lived
-In Palestine you had to register in your Historical Tribal Town
-Herod wanted the census so he could make sure everyone was paying their taxes
Who is St Nicholas?
-he was born to a very wealthy family but both his parents died young.
-he was a very kind man Who threw sacks of Gold into poor peoples chimney
-He became the bishop of Myra
-We celebrate him by putting our shoes out or hanging stockings over the fire
Luke 1:26-28
Annunciation
An Angel comes to tell Mary that she is pregnant, she says yes to God.
Matthew 1: 18-25
Josephs Dream
Joseph wanted to divorce Mary after finding out that she was pregnant but an Angel comes and confirms her Story. Joseph says Yes to God and trusts.
Luke 1:36-56
Visitation
Mary goes to tell her cousin Elizabeth that she is pregnant. Elizabeth is also pregnant with John-The Baptist
Luke 2:1-20
Birth of Jesus
Mary and Joseph find space in a stable in Bethlehem and mary gives birth to jesus
Matthew 2: 1-12
Visit of the Maji
Three wise men follow the star of Bethlehem to find Jesus and pay homage to him with gifts of Frankincense, Gold, and Myr
Matthew 2:13-15
Flight into Egypt
An Angel comes to Joseph and tells him to flee To Egypt until Herod is dead and it is safe to return
Luke 2: 22-28
Presentation
Mary and Joseph bring Jesus to Jerusalem to be presented to the church, his presence touches the lives of Anna and Simeon
Luke 2: 41-52
Finding Jesus in the Temple
Mary and Joseph accidentally leave Jesus behind- they find him in the temple teaching and listening in his father’s house
