The Holy Shepherds of the Nativity - Anba Abram

This book, prepared by His Grace Anba Abram, Bishop of Fayoum, offers a profound spiritual and historical study of 'The Holy Shepherds of the Nativity' as pivotal figures in the story of the Divine Incarnation. The book clarifies that these shepherds were not merely ordinary herdsmen, but Levites entrusted with tending the sacrificial lambs for the Temple at 'Migdal Eder.' The author explores their virtues of vigilance, spiritual wakefulness, and faithfulness, which qualified them to be the first to receive the tidings of the birth of the Savior of the world, the 'True Lamb' who abolished Old Testament sacrifices. The book also discusses the significance of the angelic appearance to them in the 'Shepherds' Field' in Beit Sahour and the impact of the hymn 'Glory to God in the highest' on their hearts. It provides reflections on the meanings of true joy and holy fear, emphasizing the shepherds' role as representatives of humanity in welcoming the Lord of Glory, linking these concepts to