A Unique Online Course by Bethlehem Bible College
Come on a journey with us and learn about Bethlehem — from the arrival of the Holy Family to the flight into Egypt — all from a local Palestinian perspective.
What You Will Learn
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The journey of the Holy Family to Bethlehem in geography and tradition: Why Bethlehem?
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The connection of Bethlehem between the Old and New Testaments.
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The Christmas story through local eyes: the birth narratives in Luke and Matthew.
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How the memory of Jesus and the Holy Family is preserved in Bethlehem today.
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The main sites of Jesus in Bethlehem: Church of the Nativity, Star Street, Milk Grotto, and more.
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The visitors of Jesus — the Shepherds and the Magi.
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Tracing the Flight into Egypt and its related traditions.
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Herod the Great and his legacy (Herodium Palace).
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The roots of monasticism in the Judean Desert: St. Theodosius and Mar Saba monasteries.
This Course Includes
✔️7 live sessions (14 total hours of teaching)
✔️ Access to class recordings
✔️ Course materials
Your Instructor
Mr. Haytham Dieck
Head of the Tour Guide Program at Bethlehem Bible College
Who Can Benefit?
This course is perfect for anyone who wants to:
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Deepen their understanding of the story of Jesus in Bethlehem.
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Connect the Biblical text with local traditions.
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Explore Bethlehem’s most important religious and historical sites.
Dates & Time
Every Saturday | 4:00–6:00 PM (Jerusalem Time)
September 27, 2025 – November 8, 2025
Fees
$150 per participant
Register before September 25, 2025
For more details and registration: ct@bethbc.edu
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