Posts with the tag “sacrifice”

To understand the deeper meaning of Jesus’ birth, we must consider the shepherds of Bethlehem. These weren’t ordinary shepherds tending ordinary sheep. Historical and theological insights suggest they cared for lambs destined for sacrifice at the temple in Jerusalem. When a lamb was born, it was wrapped snugly in strips of cloth and laid in a manger to keep it unblemished for its sacrificial purpose. Luke 2:7-12 describes how Mary wrapped Jesus in similar strips of cloth and placed Him in a manger. To the shepherds, this wasn’t a coincidence; it was a divine sign.  Read More