The birth of Jesus_Luke 1-2

22/12/25

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Luke 1-2

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Questions

1. How does Zechariah's story parallel that of Abraham and Sarah in the Old Testament?

2. How does Luke highlight the political context of Jerusalem during this time, particularly under Roman rule and King Herod?

3. What message does the angel deliver to Mary regarding her future son, and what does his name, Jesus, signify?

4. How does Mary respond to the angel’s announcement, and what explanation is given for her miraculous pregnancy?

5. What themes are present in Mary’s song, and how do they reflect a reversal of social and political hierarchies?

6. How do the shepherds react to the angel’s announcement of Jesus’ birth, and what details are they given to identify him as the Messiah?

7. What overarching theme does Luke convey through the humble circumstances of Jesus’ birth and its celebration by shepherds?

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