Light of the World: A Beginner's Guide to Advent

In Light of the World: A Beginners Guide to Advent author professor and biblical scholar Amy-Jill Levine explores the biblical texts surrounding the story of the birth of Jesus. Join her as she traces the Christmas narrative through the stories of Zechariah and Elizabeth Mary the journey to Bethlehem and the visit from the Magi. These stories open conversations around connections of the Gospel stories to the Old Testament the role of women in first-century Jewish culture the importance of Marys visitation and the revolutionary implications of Marys Magnificat the census and the stable and the star of Bethlehem and the flight to Egypt.The book provides a rich and challenging learning experience for small groups and individual readers alike. As part of a larger four-week study that is perfect for Advent it includes a DVD and a comprehensive leader guide.