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Synopses
This is the most Jewish of the gospels portraying Jesus as the Messiah promised by David. It contains many parables and accounts of miracles. It also has an account of Jesus' birth and uniquely records the visit of the Magi to Bethlehem guided by a star.
1) In the Bible a member of the Hebrew race
2) Someone who belongs to the Jewish faith which believes in one God and the importance of Jewish Law.
Gospel - Literally 'good news' - used of the message preached by Jesus recorded in the New Testament.
1. The central message of the Christian faith
2. Title given to the four New Testament books which describe the life of Jesus Christ
The name given to the man believed by Christians to be the Son of God. Also given the title Christ, meaning 'anointed one' or Messiah. His life is recorded most fully in the Four Gospels.
A Hebrew word meaning 'anointed one', describing someone who will be the saviour of the people. Title (eventually used as name) given to Jesus.
In the Old Testament the second king of Israel, after Saul, anointed by Samuel to be king.
In the Bible, the term given to stories that Jesus told as part of his teaching.
An event evoking wonder, believed to be the result of supernatural intervention.
Eastern wise men and astrologers expert in interpreting dreams. In the New Testament men whose interpretation of the stars led them to Palestine to find and honour Jesus with gifts signifying his kingship.
A town south of Jerusalem. The birthplace of David and Jesus, over which the star hovered at the Nativity.
In the ancient world (as more recently), stars were seen to have considerable significance for human affairs. The NewTestament states that the Magi (Wise Men) followed a star to the birthplace of Jesus.