(?) This is just another Bible account that shows what christmas really is……….a pagan celebration. 1 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. I think we are denying the power of this spiritual baptism which Jesus said is necessary to see and to enter into the Kingdom of God. Jeremiah 31 as well tells of Christmass’ coming. Why Should I Make the Most of Every Opportunity? What a glorious time that will be! Little Bible Playbook: The First Christmas Board book – Illustrated, September 25, 2018 by Allia Zobel-Nolan (Adapter), Marta Alvarez Miguens (Illustrator) 4.8 out of 5 stars 263 ratings Upright men tried to stem the tide, but in spite of all their efforts, the APOSTASY went on till the Church, with the exception of a small remnant, was submerged in Pagan superstition. It mesmerizes me how stubbornly people call Magi ‘wise men’ when the original Greek uses the former term. First and second century Christians never celebrated birthdays and in the two birthdays mentioned in the Bible men lost their lives, Genesis 40:18-22; Matthew 14:6-11. Christmas is a medium of showing the love of christ, It is also a time of giving. Neither did the early Christians. John 8:44 describes the religious leaders of his day as being like Satan, the father of the lie……….and this no doubt was a reason that only the astrologers ‘saw’ this star. isnt it possible that when dec. 25 was chosen to celebrate jesus’ birth is god’s will in itself.? Numerology as you are applying it leaves a lot to be desired, because the Bible was not divided into Chapters and verses until many centuries after the last book of Revelation was completed in 98 AD. It was his life course, not the day of his birth that he focused on when he said… at the age of 33: “For this I have been born, and for this I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth. "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men." However, many scholars of the New Testament have come to the conclusion that Jesus was born in Nazareth, not Bethlehem. Historian Dr. Paul Maier and Dave Bast continue their exploration of the story of the first Christmas, discussing the places where tradition stays true to or diverged from the … The End. Discover what Bible experts have to say about the Gospel stories of Jesus’ birth, the history of Christmas, the three wise men, the adoration of the magi, the star of Bethlehem, the date of Jesus’ birth, shepherds and angels at the nativity, the location of Jesus’ birth, the magi in art and literature and early Christian Christmas traditions. Which of those two statements are correct? As 2 Thessalonians 2:9-12 says, Satan can use very powerful works and lying signs, and mislead and delude many into believing lies. For the first three hundred years of the church's existence, birthdays were not given much emphasis--not even the birth of Christ. Using the popular and vibrant artwork from The Beginner's Bible, children will learn the events leading up to Jesus' birth and his miraculous arrival. However if you were referring to Bonnie’s comments, they certainly are very good comments. Text from the King James Bible telling the story of the first Christmas, coupled with wonderful pictures? Perhaps in the midst of all this, we might wonder what the story of Jesus’ birth meant to the 2 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) Modern Christmas movies are seldom about the reality of the first Christmas. 1) Candles lighted on Christmas eve, and used throughout the festival season, were lighted by Pagans on the eve of the festival of the Babylonian god, to do honor to him. ". I hope to see you there! Jeremiah 52.31 And it came to pass in the seven and thirtieth year of the captivity of Jehoiachin king of Judah, in the twelfth month, in the five and twentieth day of the month, that Evilmerodach king of Babylon in the first year of his reign lifted up the head of Jehoiachin king of Judah, and brought him forth out of prison, Rome, not the New Testament church, sanctioned a December 25 festival to "honor" Christ. "Calculating Christmas. The day on which a saint died was considered more significant than his or her birth, as it ushered him or her into the kingdom of heaven. If they knew the precise date of his birth, they didn’t make an issue of it. The Very First Christmas introduces children to one of the most wonderful stories of all time, the birth of Jesus. He was raised from the dead. There are many misconceptions about the birth of Jesus. COPYRIGHT © 2021 BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY SOCIETY 5614 Connecticut Ave NW #343, Washington DC 20015-2604. story of the first Christmas recaptures the imagination as it is retold year after year in Bible readings, carols, Christmas pageants, live manger scenes and crèche displays, to name a few. “Yule” is the Chaldee word for “infant” or “little child”; * and as the 25th of December was called by the Pagan Anglo-Saxons, “Yule-day,” or the “Child’s day,” and the night that preceded it, “Mother-night,” long before coming in contact with Christendom, that sufficiently proves its origin. For the first three hundred years of the church's existence, birthdays were not given much emphasis--not even the birth of Christ. I have the same understanding as yourself. "Christmas," "Dionysius Exiguus," and "Philocalian Calendar." Luke 2. One writer notes that various leaders in the early church suggested the following dates for Jesus’ birth: Combine a one-year tablet and print subscription to BAR with membership in the BAS Library to start your journey into the ancient past today! This explains why Herod ordered the death of male children up to the age of 2. The whole human race (Adam and Eve) along with Satan was the congregation. 25. At the pagan festival of Saturnalia, Romans feasted and gave gifts to the poor. By the time of Jesus, the original Medes’ religion had evolved and had been systematized by Zarathustra 6 centuries ago, the god Mitra had gained a foothold in the Roman pantheon, especially in the Army. One could ask! “the fact he’s that God……” Jeremiah 52.31 is a Prophetic allegory of the Messiahs birth. Christmass Day? REV. The celebration of christmas never came into being until the fourth century. I really enjoyed reading this site and learning more things about the good lord our god. “Jeremiah 52.31 is a Prophetic allegory of the Messiahs birth.” et al Luke 2: 1-14. Donald, you are right,I do not agree with you….How could someone be a true follower of Christ and only believe some of what the bible tells us …..It would be like saying that I believe in God but not His son Jesus….only believing some or half of what is the truth….For God says that all His words in the bible are His truths…. “……. The dead was everyone not born of God’s Spirit, even John the Baptist. Since we’re celebrating today, it might be helpful to get an accurate understanding of what the first Christmas ‘celebration’ was like. I've noticed that today, however, we give gifts to everyone else except Jesus. Jeremiah 33 is the promise chapter of the messiah. Christmas: Celebrating the First Advent of Christ. Kissing under the mistletoe remained common in Scandinavian countries. Who stated that there were three astrologers (magi), it certainly does not mention it in the Bible……….only based on assumption because there were three gifts mentioned. He was the object of the gifts, it was His birthday, not theirs. In Egypt the tree was a palm; in Rome it was the fir. The reason for the first Christmas was the birth of Jesus. Following the action in John’s gospel, I believe Jesus was just an ordinary man ( all right, a man with a destiny) until he showed up at John the Baptist’s water baptism ‘audition’ event. Secondly numerology, as you are applying it is akin to a form of divination, which of course is incompatible with the teachings and principles contained in the Bible. It was a normal day; a bit of cooking, a bit of helping around the house. Everyone who is on the side of the truth listens to my voice.” Pilate said to him: “What is truth?” John 18:37, 38. Bible > Library. Luke 1:26 Matthew 2:22,23 No one knows the birth date of Jesus. Around the thirteenth century, Christians added one of the most pleasant touches of all to Christmas celebration when they began to sing Christmas carols. There Wasn’t A Stable. Commercial Christmas mayhem is reigning supreme in the Quantum household.
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