The First Christmas
The First Christmas

Author: Marcus J. Borg

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2009-10-13

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 006174364X

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“Who could argue with the message the authors draw from the Bible’s Christmas stories? Light in the darkest time of the year, hope in a period of creeping despair—these are powerful and universal themes that can give everyone a stake in Christmas.” —USA Today In The First Christmas Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan—top Jesus scholars and authors of The Last Week—help us see the real Christmas story buried in the familiar Bible accounts. Basing their interpretations on the two nativity narratives in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, Borg and Crossan focus on the literal story—the inner truth rather than the historical facts—to offer a clear and uplifting message of hope and peace. With The First Christmas readers get a fresh, deep, and new understanding of the nativity story, enabling us to better appreciate the powerful message of the Gospels.

The First Christmas Night
The First Christmas Night

Author: Keith Christopher

Publisher: Worthy Kids/Ideals

Published: 2023-10-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781546003632

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Experience the events of the first Christmas night with this stunning board book written in the beloved style of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas." "'Twas the very first Christmas when all through the town, not a creature was stirring--there was not a sound." This beautiful retelling of the birth of Jesus celebrates that fateful night in Bethlehem so long ago. The story begins with Mary and Joseph's arrival in Bethlehem and continues through Christ's birth, the angels' appearance to the shepherds, and the wise men's visit. Simple, elegant verses are brought to life with lush oil paintings, creating an enchanting reading experience for littles and their loved ones.

The First Christmas
The First Christmas

Author: Stephen Mitchell

Publisher: St. Martin's Essentials

Published: 2021-11-09

Total Pages: 141

ISBN-13: 1250790700

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“I love The First Christmas. What a charming way Stephen Mitchell has found to tell my favorite story of all, the Nativity, character by character (I love the donkey and the ox), with wise and thrilling interludes about God, reality, truth.” –Anne Lamott In The First Christmas, Stephen Mitchell brings the Nativity story to vivid life as never before. A narrative that is only sketched out in two Gospels becomes fully realized here with nuanced characters and a setting that reflects the culture of the time. Mitchell has suffused the birth of Jesus with a sense of beauty that will delight and astonish readers. In this version, we see the world through the eyes of a Whitmanesque ox and a visionary donkey, starry-eyed shepherds and Zen-like wise men, each of them providing a unique perspective on a scene that is, in Western culture, the central symbol for good tidings of great joy. Rather than superimposing later Christian concepts onto the Annunciation and Nativity scenes, he imagines Mary and Joseph experiencing the angelic message as a young Jewish woman and man living in the year 4 bce might have experienced it, with terror, dismay, and ultimate acceptance. In this context, their yes becomes an act of great moral courage. Readers of every background will be enchanted by this startlingly beautiful reimagining of the Christmas tale.

First Christmas
First Christmas

Author: Holly Berry Byrd

Publisher: Lift a Pop

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781680522310

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Share the story of the first Christmas with your little one A classic story of The First Chrismas travels along with Mary and Joseph to the town of Bethlehem where baby Jesus is born. A simple story engages toddlers with lift-a-flap pages where they can learn and enjoy the traditional telling of Jesus's birth and the meaning of Christmas. Share the story of The First Christmas with your little one with this Lift-a-Pop board book Perfectly sized for little hands and fingers to open and close the flaps Chunky, sturdy flaps are extra strong so your little one can open and close the durable pop-outs repeatedly Surprise and delight your baby or toddler with this charming story featuring classic artwork and surprises under each flap Simple story as a first retelling to introduce the birth of Christ

The First Christmas
The First Christmas

Author: Nonny Hogrogian

Publisher:

Published: 2019-11

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 9781948730297

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A beautiful retelling of THE FIRST CHRISTMAS from Two-time Caldecott Medalist Nonny Hogrogian... From Joseph and Mary's trip from Nazareth to Bethlehem to the birth of Jesus in a humble manger, Nonny Hogrogian illustrates THE FIRST CHRISTMAS with true love. In every stroke of paint, we vividly share in excitement of the wiseman, the joy of the shepherds, and the playfulness of the angels singing on high. This Christmas retelling is peppered with actual verses from the Gospels and will make for the perfect family reading on an early Christmas morning.

The First Christmas Ever
The First Christmas Ever

Author: Dennis Jones

Publisher: Zonderkidz

Published: 2014-10-07

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 0310740878

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Through easy-to-understand text and vibrant and engaging artwork from The Read with Me Bible creator Dennis Jones, readers 4-8 can experience the timeless story of Jesus’ birth and God’s amazing love through simple words and expressive pictures they clearly understand. A clear retelling of the Christmas story, from the journey to Bethlehem to the shepherds’ joyful praise of the newborn Jesus, this paperback of The First Christmas Ever is sure to be popular with young readers each holiday season. This picture book is perfect for: family reading during Advent or on Christmas Day Stocking stuffers and Christmas gifts for grandchildren, nieces and nephews, or any boy or girl on your list Classroom gifts and Sunday school giveaways, thanks to its low price point and high value And if you enjoy The First Christmas Ever, check out The First Easter Ever by Dennis Jones as well!

The Queen and the First Christmas Tree
The Queen and the First Christmas Tree

Author: Nancy Churnin

Publisher:

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780807566367

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To celebrate the beginning of 1800, Queen Charlotte invites 100 children to Windsor Castle, where England's first Christmas tree, laden with gifts, is the centerpiece. Includes biographical information about Queen Charlotte and a timeline.

Record a Story the First Christmas
Record a Story the First Christmas

Author: Pil

Publisher: Louis Weber C.E.O. Publications International Limited

Published: 2011-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781450821803

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Children will delight in the sound of a loved one's voice when they open this book. A recordable dedication page lets them know this is a story for them. Each time they turn the page thye hear a familiar voice of a loved one

Humphrey's First Christmas
Humphrey's First Christmas

Author: Carol Heyer

Publisher: WorthyKids

Published: 2018-10-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780824916817

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Humphrey the camel is only interested in one thing—getting his carpet blanket back. As he journeys with the Wise Men to Bethlehem, Humphrey bemoans his lost blanket until he finally gets a new one. But when the caravan arrives and Humphrey sees baby Jesus shivering, he gives the child his new blanket without a second thought. Full of rich acrylic paintings, humor, and heart, this board book edition of Carol Heyer’s bestseller will swiftly become a cherished favorite with little ones.