May I encourage you to spend some time watching this film by Dr David Jeremiah? It is called "Why the Nativity?" and lasts 1.5 hours.
All films made about Jesus show His whole life, preachings, healings, Crucifixion and Resurrection. This one focuses specifically on the Nativity. It was made by David Jeremiah and he narrates it and adds further information where needed.
...every nativity scene show the shepherds, the wise men and of course the holy family. How can that be? The Epiphany is Monday.
ReplyDeleteVery good point, Tom. Thanx.
DeleteThe baby Jesus was born in a cave/barn where animals were kept. The first people to be told of the birth were shepherds. In those days shepherds were considered the lowest of the low and despised by society for their ignorance, poverty and unkempt appearance. Yet they were the first the Angel Gabriel announced the birth to; not to high society and kings.
The wise men arrived from "the East" some time later. At least two years later. Hence Herod ordering the slaughter of all males aged two and under.
The Bible does not say there were three wise men. We have assumed this because the Bible mentions three gifts which they brought. The wise men are only mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew and no names are given. The names Gaspard, Melchior and Balthazar were invented later. I believe the names first appeared in a theatre musical and got associated with the story of the Nativity.
David Jeremiah explains this in the film.
God bless.
This sounds fascinating, Victor. I'll try to watch it later today if possible. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteThanx Martha. It is a very educational film with plenty of symbolisms.
DeleteGod bless you always.
David Jeremiah, a great teacher of God's Word. Have a blessed New Year.
ReplyDeleteIt's so nice to see you here, Mary. Thank you. Please call again.
DeleteYes, David Jeremiah is a good teacher. I couldn't find your Blog to visit. Happy 2025. God bless.
The documentary sounds interesting. I saved it to my watch later list. Thanks, Victor
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy it, Bill. God bless.
DeleteExcellent video by Dr. David Jeremiah. Everything this man has done has been top quality and so helpful to my Christian growth.
ReplyDeleteWe follow his programs on TV daily. God bless you, Barbara.
DeleteJust stopped to say hello my friend, I am a little under the weather, I do like D. Jeremiah will save it Love from here.
ReplyDeletePraying for you and Sherry, Jack. God bless you both always.
DeleteThank you for this link, Victor. After a long day, however, I'm going to wait until tomorrow morning to watch with an undivided attention.
ReplyDeleteLet me know what you think of the film, Mevely. God bless you and your family.
DeleteIt's a bit late tonight, if I get home early enough tomorrow from work, I might be able to give it a go.
ReplyDeleteI hope you like this video, Mimi. Let me know.
DeleteGod bless.