The Lost Books of the Bible, Chapter XII summary
Chapter XII of 170 · 2 min to read the chapter
In Chapter XII, a registration decree leaves Joseph unsure how to register Mary, and he takes her toward Bethlehem with Simon following. Mary describes seeing two peoples in opposite states of grief and joy, then urgently asks to dismount, so Joseph brings her into a nearby cave.
What happens
- Emperor Augustus orders the Jews of Bethlehem in Judaea to register for taxation.
- Joseph plans to register his children but cannot decide whether to register Mary as his wife or daughter.
- Mary rides a donkey toward Bethlehem, with Joseph and Simon following, and they reach a point three miles away.
- Joseph notices Mary's changing expression, and she explains that she sees one people mourning and another rejoicing.
- Mary twice asks to dismount because of pressure within her, and Joseph takes her into a nearby cave.
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What to notice
Mary explains the sudden change in her expression. Her words place grief and joy side by side without identifying the two peoples.
Quick check
Where does Joseph bring Mary after helping her off the donkey?
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