| THE NATIVITY STORY | CHRISTIAN CHRISTMAS SONGS | SAINT NICHOLAS | CHRISTMAS MOVIES | MEANING OF CHRISTMAS |
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Gabriel
Which angel appeared to Mary to announce Jesus’ birth?
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Away in a Manger
Which Christmas song celebrates the birth of Jesus in a stable?
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December 6?
In many European countries, St. Nicholas is celebrated on this date each year, before Christmas.
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Cousin Eddie and his chaotic holiday visits
In Christmas Vacation, Clark Griswold dreams of a “perfect” Christmas, but his main frustration comes from a long-running family tradition involving a visit from who?
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St Francis of Assisi
According to tradition which saint created the first nativity scene?
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The Shepards
Who were the first people told about Jesus’ birth?
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The birth of Jesus and the angelic announcement to the shepherds
“Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” references which biblical event?
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His generosity to children and the poor
What was St Nicholas known for?
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Clarence, the angel
In It’s a Wonderful Life, George Bailey is shown what Bedford Falls would have been like if he had never been born. This character acts as the guide, showing George the alternate reality.
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Emmanuel
What word often used Christmas means “God with us”?
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Because there was no room for Mary and Joseph in the inn.
Why was Jesus laid in a manger?
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The birth of Jesus and the salvation/redemption He brings
“O Holy Night” highlights which aspect of Christmas?
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Dowry
Legends say St. Nicholas secretly provided this to three poor sisters so they could marry, avoiding a life of hardship.
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Decorating, wrapping, and Christmas toy/ornament crafting
In Elf, Buddy the Elf discovers he was raised by elves at the North Pole but is actually human. Before traveling to New York, he masters making candy and what other holiday-related skill.
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Gold - kingship; Frankincense- Divinity; and Myrhh - Death
The gifts of Gold, frankincense and myrhh for Jesus from the Magi represent?
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A baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
What did the angel tell the shepherds to identify the birth of Jesus - the Messiah?
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The shepherds’ perspective
“The First Noel” tells the story from whose perspective?
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Turkey
St. Nicholas was originally the bishop of an ancient city called Myra located in what modern day country?
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The attic, viewing family movies
In Christmas Vacation, Clark falls from where while doing what?
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The “J” shape represents Jesus (and the shepherd’s crook) who visited Jesus at his birth.
Colors • White: purity of Christ. • Red stripes: Jesus’ sacrifice and blood. • (Some interpretations include green stripes for eternal life, though this was added later.) • teaching tools for children, reminding them of Jesus’ life, death, and role as the Good Shepherd.
The candy cain has numerous (what) root meanings and symbolic ties to Christ and Christmas ?
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Immanuel (meaning “God with us”)
Which Old Testament title is applied to Jesus at birth to show His divinity?
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All people / the faithful to worship Christ the newborn King
“O Come, All Ye Faithful” invites whom to worship?
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Dutch
The name “Sinterklaas,” which inspired Santa Claus, comes from the full title of St. Nicholas in this language.
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The Bailey Building & Loan
In It’s a Wonderful Life, George Bailey’s father’s business is named this, which becomes central to the story of community support and personal sacrifice.
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What is the Incarnation?
In Christian tradition, Christmas also emphasizes this idea, referring to God becoming human to live among people.
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