Now these are the divisions of the sons of Aaron. The sons of Aaron; Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.
2 But Nadab and Abihu died before their father, and had no children: therefore Eleazar and Ithamar executed the priest’s office.
3 And David distributed them, both Zadok of the sons of Eleazar, and Ahimelech of the sons of Ithamar, according to their offices in their service.
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Understanding the timing of Jesus’ birth begins long before Mary conceived. The story actually starts with Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist. Scripture tells us that Zechariah was a priest “of the course of Abijah” (Luke 1:5), a detail that may seem minor but is actually a key to understanding the seasonal timeline of the births of both John and Jesus. By studying the priestly courses established in the Old Testament, we discover that Zechariah’s service in the Temple took place around June, creating a clear chronological foundation for the biblical nativity timeline.
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Forasmuch as many have taken in hand to set forth in order a declaration of those things which are most surely believed among us,
2 Even as they delivered them unto us, which from the beginning were eyewitnesses, and ministers of the word;
3 It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,
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One of the clearest biblical indicators for understanding the timing of Jesus’ birth is the age difference between Him and John the Baptist. Scripture provides a detailed record of the circumstances surrounding both births, making it possible to see how their timelines connect. Luke’s Gospel gives precise information, allowing readers to understand that John the Baptist was six months older than Jesus, a detail that helps establish the season in which Jesus was born.
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