Bible Trivia Question
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Who wanted to kill Jesus when he was a baby?
The wise men
Caesar
John the Baptist
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Click to reveal the answerThe answer is: Herod
Matthew 2:13 - Once Herod had died, it was safe for Jesus to return from Egpyt.
It’s quite striking to think about baby Jesus and the trouble he was in even as an infant! King Herod, feeling threatened by the prophesied "King of the Jews," took drastic measures to eliminate this perceived rival. In a fit of jealousy and fear, he ordered the horrific Massacre of the Innocents, where all boys two years old and younger in Bethlehem were killed. This story isn’t just a detail in a narrative; it illustrates the lengths to which power can go to maintain itself.
The flight into Egypt reflects not just a hardship, but some echoing themes throughout the Bible of safety and deliverance. Just like Moses, who fled to Midian after killing an overseer, or the Israelites escaping slavery in Egypt, Jesus' exodus also serves as a powerful reminder of God's intervention.
Interestingly, Egypt was more than just a temporary refuge. In ancient times, it represented a land filled with promise and challenge—a place where people sought both safety and wisdom. The return from Egypt did not just mark a safety for Jesus and his family; it signified the journey of a new beginning.
This overarching narrative encourages readers to reflect on themes of compassion, justice, and the importance of protecting the most vulnerable among us. It invites us to think, how might we act when faced with power that threatens human life? Great wisdom can be unearthed in this resonant story that flows from generations past!
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