𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗘: 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗠𝗔𝗦 𝗘𝗩𝗘

As we end our Christmas Countdown, let’s remember that the true essence of this season is not in the gifts under the tree but in the love, faith, and joy we share with one another. For our last trivia, let us know more about Christ’s parents, Joseph and Mary:

The name 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐩𝐡 means “𝐇𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐝𝐝” in Hebrew, reflecting his role in adding protection and provision to Jesus’ life on earth as his earthly father.

Joseph, often referred to 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 (Matthew 13:55), was likely a “tekton,” a term that also implies he could have worked with stone or construction. This humble profession underscores his modest and hardworking nature and the care that he also exhibited in raising Jesus.

Mary’s name in Hebrew is “𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐲𝐚𝐦” (Miriam), which is often interpreted to mean “𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝,” “bitter,” or “rebellious.” In Greek, her name is “Maria.”

Mary is traditionally believed to have been a 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝, linking her to the royal lineage prophesied for the Messiah. Mary was likely born and raised in Nazareth, a small village in Galilee. Nazareth was an obscure town, emphasizing the humility of her background.

𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐩𝐡’𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐦𝐚: When Joseph learned of Mary’s pregnancy, he initially decided to divorce her quietly to avoid public disgrace. However, an angel appeared to him in a dream, explaining that Mary’s child was conceived by the Holy Spirit (Matthew 1:20-21). Joseph, described as a righteous man, obeyed the angel’s message and took Mary as his wife.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞: Their betrothal served as a critical part of the story of Jesus’ birth. It ensured that Mary was protected and that Jesus would be legally recognized as Joseph’s son, fulfilling the prophecy of the Messiah being a descendant of King David.

From our MCPI family to yours, Merry Christmas! May your hearts be filled with peace and your homes with laughter.

Maryknoll College of Panabo, Inc. Community

MCPI-Office of Student Affairs

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