This site gives students the oportunity to trace the meaning and origins of Christmas from not only the Christian tradition but also researches the Jewish origins of Christmas.

This site relies mostly on the Hebrew scriptures. For students who wish to research the christian biblical story of Christmas, they will find it neccessary to tap into the prophetic literature of the Jewish faith.

Students can be expected to see how the history and tradition place hope in the coming of the Messaih. Jesus was a Jew, a descendant of Israel. While Christian faith is grounded in the Jewish faith.

Using the Internet, find a sight under the headings of either Messaih, or prophet. With the information on that sight, explore how the notion of prophet relates to Jesus Christ?

* What is a Messaih?

* What is a Prophet?

* What was the role of a Prophet?

* How was Jesus Christ like a Prophet or Messaih?

* In your own experience, how can one act as a prophet in day to day life?