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Nativity scene

Nativity scene . Dylan and Olivia. In 1223, St. Francis of Assisi created the first living Nativity scene in a cave near Greccio , Italy, at midnight Mass in an effort to make Christmas more meaningful for the townspeople. Developed . Italy, Greccio in 1233.

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Nativity scene

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  1. Nativity scene Dylan and Olivia

  2. In 1223, St. Francis of Assisi created the first living Nativity scene in a cave near Greccio, Italy, at midnight Mass in an effort to make Christmas more meaningful for the townspeople. Developed

  3. Italy, Greccio in 1233

  4. The Christmas Nativity scene depicts the birth of Jesus Christmas morning. Born in a manger of Christmas and why we celebrate this day. Without it, none Christmas and its traditions would have evolved into the special day it has become. Significance

  5. A nativity scene is the special exhibition, particularly during the Christmas season, of art objects representing the scene of the birth of Jesus Nativity scenes exhibit figures representing the infant Jesus, his mother Mary, and Joseph. Other characters from the nativity story such as shepherds and sheep, and angels may be displayed near the manger in a barn (or cave) intended to accommodate farm animals, as described in the gospels of Luke. A donkey and an ox are typically depicted in the scene, as well as the Magi and camels belonging to the Magi described in the Matthew. Several cultures add other characters and objects that may be Biblical or not. Connection

  6. Has reminded generation to generation how Jesus came to be born. And continues to remind us the time frame Jesus was born and how Jesus was born into poverty. In a stable, with harsh conditions and little money.

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