The Secret of the Bethlehem Shepherds
The Secret of the Bethlehem Shepherds
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A few years ago, Fr. Dwight Longenecker took a sabbatical in Jerusalem to study the ancient texts and the time's geography, history, politics, and culture. He added his own firsthand visit to present-day Bethlehem shepherds in order to unlock "the secret of the Bethlehem shepherds."
Like most well-loved tales, the simple account of the adoration by the shepherds has grown and developed over the ages. Extra traditions have attached themselves to it. Charming characters and details have become part of the story. Beautiful preaching points have illuminated the tale and unlocked the story's deeper meanings. Many of these "extras," however, were conditioned by later cultural assumptions and colored by devotions removed from historical reality.
What are the true circumstances of the birth of Jesus Christ? What was Bethlehem like at the time of Jesus' birth, and why was the little village so important? How did Joseph and Mary meet, and why did they travel to Bethlehem? Were they really homeless the night Jesus was born? Was there an inn, a "No vacancy" sign, and a grumpy innkeeper? Who were the shepherds, why were the manger and the swaddling clothes a "sign" to them, and why were they so important to St. Luke?
This little book sheds new light on an old, old story, deepening its beauty and enriching your Advent and Christmas celebrations for years to come.
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Beautiful and a life saver.
The images are beautiful and capture the events perfectly. The scripture verse references are useful for the bigger kids to look deeper. I have long been perplexed why anyone could be resistant to the True Presence, knowing that throughout the Gospels, what Jesus says, happens. This book brings that to life clearly.
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It is a good fit for my phone. The edges will keep the screen from breaking. I like that a priest will be called in case of emergency. I love the picture of Our Lady Of Guadalupe.
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Great book. Nice way to introduce young readers to this new Saint.
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