03 West – Manger
Katherine Alfred – Donor
The birth of Christ is depicted in this simple scene with Mary, Joseph, and the babe in the manger, under a simple roof as described in the Gospel according to Luke. The star, described in the Gospel according to Matthew, is seen shining above them.
See also: 16 East – Epiphany; 14 East – The Magi; 4 West – Holy Family.
And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no place in the guest room. —Luke 2:7
When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. –Matthew 2:10