What prophecy was fulfilled in the slaughter of the children of Bethlehem?
Answer
"Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and
slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under,
according to the time which he had diligently inquired of the wise men. Then was fulfilled that which was
spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying, In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and weeping, and
great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not." Matt.
2: 16-18.
To whom is our worship justly due?
What is revealed in the gospel?
When was the little horn to arise?
What did God, through Moses, command Israel to make?
What promise is made to those who look for Him?
What was given these martyrs?
In what work are angels engaged?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle