When was Jesus actually born? Chapter One: An Origin Story

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Dec 25, 2024

The festive atmosphere kicks off with a lively celebration of the year's end and an examination of capitalism in Christmas through the lens of the movie 'Scrooged'. Delving into the nativity story, the discussion highlights shared beliefs and personal anecdotes while examining the complex themes of consent and socioeconomic struggles. Historical timelines around Jesus's birth are explored, revealing diverse traditions, discrepancies in Gospel accounts, and the cultural influences that shape the date of Christmas.

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INSIGHT

Christian Common Ground

Different Christian denominations agree on the main points of Jesus's story, like his birth and death.
However, they disagree on doctrines and specifics about the nativity.

ANECDOTE

Matt's Manger Moment

Matt Frederick recounts playing baby Jesus in a manger scene as a child.
This personal experience adds a touch of humor to the discussion of the nativity story.

INSIGHT

Divine Intervention

The concept of gods impregnating mortals isn't unique to Christianity.
It appears in other mythologies, such as Greek mythology with Zeus.

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The Book of Mormon

Another Testament of Jesus Christ

Mormon and Moroni

Joseph Smith

The Book of Mormon is a scripture that tells the story of a group of Hebrews who migrated from Jerusalem to the Americas around 600 BCE. It describes their history, including their division into two main groups: the Nephites and the Lamanites. The book emphasizes the appearance of Jesus Christ to these people after his resurrection, where he teaches them and establishes his church. It also discusses various doctrinal topics such as the fall of Adam and Eve, the nature of God, baptism, and the importance of faith and repentance. The book ends with Moroni's testimony and an invitation to readers to come unto Christ and be perfected in him[1][3][5].

The Golden Bough

A Study in Magic and Religion

James George Frazer

The Golden Bough is a wide-ranging, comparative study of mythology and religion written by Sir James George Frazer. The book examines the intricate relationships between magic, religion, and the customs of ancient societies, particularly focusing on the rituals and beliefs surrounding the priesthood of Diana at Aricia in Italy. Frazer aims to understand how these practices contributed to the structure of ancient societies and reveals broader patterns within human culture and thought. The work details the similarities of numerous world religions, highlighting death and rebirth as crucial elements of fecundity and survival. It has had a significant influence on contemporary European literature and thought, despite some criticisms regarding Frazer's methodology and interpretations[1][2][5].

King James Version of the Bible

Authorized Version

Translated by the King James translators

The King James Version (KJV) of the Bible is a significant literary and theological work that was published in 1611. It was translated by a group of scholars commissioned by King James VI and I to create a unified English translation for the Church of England. The KJV includes 39 books of the Old Testament, 14 books of the Apocrypha, and 27 books of the New Testament. It is noted for its 'majesty of style' and has been a driving force in shaping English culture and the English-speaking world. The translation was based on the Textus Receptus for the New Testament, the Masoretic Text for the Old Testament, and the Septuagint and Vulgate for the Apocrypha. The KJV has undergone several revisions since its initial publication, with the most significant revision occurring in 1769[3][4][5].