100 Christmas Bible Trivia Questions

Test your Bible knowledge with these 100 Christmas trivia questions about Jesus, the Nativity story, shepherds, angels, prophecies, and more.

Daniel Brooks

12/11/20255 min read

Christmas is one of the most meaningful seasons in the Christian faith. It celebrates the birth of Jesus and the hope He brought into the world. Trivia is a fun way to learn the story, teach others, and enjoy Scripture together.
Here are one hundred Christmas Bible trivia questions with clear, simple answers.

Christmas Bible Trivia With Answers

Nativity Story Trivia

Where was Jesus born
Bethlehem.
Who was the mother of Jesus
Mary.
Who was pledged to marry Mary
Joseph.
Which prophet said the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem
Micah.
Where did Joseph and Mary travel from before arriving in Bethlehem
Nazareth.
Why did Joseph and Mary travel to Bethlehem
For the census.
What sign did the angel give the shepherds
A baby wrapped in swaddling clothes lying in a manger.
Who announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds
An angel of the Lord.
Which Gospel records the birth of Jesus in detail
Luke.
Which ruler ordered a census during Jesus birth
Caesar Augustus.
What was Jesus placed in after His birth
A manger.
What city did Joseph take Mary to after the angel appeared in a dream
Bethlehem.
What name did the angel tell Joseph to give the baby
Jesus.
What does the name Jesus mean
The Lord saves.
Which Gospel mentions the visit of the wise men
Matthew.
What guided the wise men to Jesus
A star.
What gifts did the wise men bring
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Who tried to kill the baby Jesus
Herod.
Where did Joseph flee with Mary and Jesus
Egypt.
Which prophecy says a virgin would give birth to Immanuel
Isaiah.
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Shepherds and Angels Trivia

What were the shepherds doing when the angel appeared
Watching their flocks.
What did the angel say first
Fear not.
What did the heavenly host praise God for
Glory to God in the highest and peace on earth.
What did the shepherds do after the angels left
They hurried to Bethlehem.
How did the shepherds respond after finding Jesus
They spread the news.
Which book describes Gabriel visiting Mary
Luke.
What did the angel tell Mary about her child
He would be the Son of the Most High.
What emotion did Mary feel when the angel appeared
Troubled.
Who told Zechariah about John the Baptist
The angel Gabriel.
What happened to Zechariah for doubting
He became mute.

Mary and Joseph Trivia

What was Joseph’s occupation
Carpenter.
How did Joseph react when he first learned Mary was pregnant
He planned to quietly divorce her.
Who told Joseph not to fear marrying Mary
An angel in a dream.
What did Mary do after hearing the angel’s message
She submitted to God’s plan.
Who did Mary visit soon after the angel appeared
Elizabeth.
What happened when Mary greeted Elizabeth
The baby leaped in Elizabeth’s womb.
What did Elizabeth call Mary
Blessed among women.
What is Mary’s song of praise called
The Magnificat.
What tribe was Mary from
Judah.
What lineage did Joseph come from
The line of David.

Jesus Birth and Early Life Trivia

What town did Jesus grow up in
Nazareth.
How old was Jesus when His family returned from Egypt
A young child.
Who blessed Jesus in the temple
Simeon.
Who recognized Jesus as the Messiah in the temple
Anna the prophetess.
What offering did Mary and Joseph bring
Two doves or pigeons.
Why did they offer doves
They were poor.
How old was Jesus when found in the temple
Twelve.
What feast had the family gone to
Passover.
What was Jesus doing in the temple
Speaking with teachers.
How did Mary respond when she found Him
She was worried.

Prophecies About the Birth of Jesus

Who prophesied the Messiah would come from David’s line
Jeremiah and Isaiah.
Which prophet said the Messiah would be born of a virgin
Isaiah.
Who predicted the children would be killed in Bethlehem
Jeremiah.
Which prophet described the Messiah as Prince of Peace
Isaiah.
Which prophet said a child would rule forever
Isaiah.
Who described the Messiah as a light to the nations
Isaiah.
Which book first connects Bethlehem to a future ruler
Micah.
Which prophet said the Messiah would come out of Egypt
Hosea.
What names did Isaiah use for the Messiah
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Which book mentions a star rising in Jacob
Numbers.

Christmas Symbols and Traditions Trivia

What does the word Christmas mean
Christ’s Mass.
Why do Christians celebrate Christmas
To honor the birth of Jesus.
What does the star on a Christmas tree represent
The star of Bethlehem.
What do Christmas lights symbolize
Jesus as the Light of the World.
Why do people give gifts at Christmas
To remember the wise men and God’s gift of Jesus.
What does the color red symbolize
The blood of Christ.
What does the color green symbolize
Eternal life.
What animal appears in nativity scenes but is not mentioned in Scripture
A donkey.
What does the manger symbolize
Humility.
Why is Bethlehem called the City of David
Because David was born there.

Characters in the Christmas Story

Who was king of Judea when Jesus was born
Herod.
Who was the Roman emperor
Caesar Augustus.
Who was governor of Syria during the census
Quirinius.
Who was Elizabeth’s husband
Zechariah.
Who was Elizabeth’s son
John the Baptist.
Who was the forerunner of Jesus
John the Baptist.
Who told Mary about Elizabeth’s pregnancy
The angel Gabriel.
Who did the wise men speak to in Jerusalem
Herod.
Who warned the wise men not to return to Herod
God in a dream.
Who warned Joseph to flee to Egypt
An angel of the Lord.

Christmas Story Details

How did the wise men react when they saw the star again
They rejoiced.
How did Mary react to the shepherds message
She treasured their words.
What did Mary treasure in her heart
The events surrounding Jesus birth.
How long did the wise men travel
Many months.
What direction did the star move
Ahead of them to where Jesus was.
What caused Herod to become furious
The wise men did not return to him.
How old were the children Herod ordered killed
Two years old and under.
What did the wise men do after meeting Jesus
Returned home another way.
Where was Herod when he met the wise men
Jerusalem.
How did Joseph know it was safe to return to Israel
An angel told him in a dream.

Fun and Easy Christmas Trivia

What animal carried Mary to Bethlehem in stories
A donkey.
What month was Jesus likely born
Not December. Probably spring or fall.
What season were shepherds likely in the fields at night
Spring.
What does Immanuel mean
God with us.
What did the angels call Jesus at His birth
Savior, Christ the Lord.
What did the wise men call Jesus
King of the Jews.
What does Messiah mean
Anointed One.
What did the angel say Jesus would save His people from
Their sins.
What gift symbolized kingship
Gold.
What gift symbolized His future death
Myrrh.

These one hundred Christmas Bible trivia questions with answers help families, churches, and small groups learn the real Christmas story. Share them at your next gathering and enjoy the message of hope that came when Jesus was born.

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