The Incarnation of Our Lord Jesus Christ and the History of the Glorious Nativity

This book, prepared by His Grace Anba Abram, Bishop of Fayoum, provides a comprehensive theological and historical study of the Mystery of the Divine Incarnation and the Glorious Feast of the Nativity. The first chapter discusses the date of Christmas between East and West, explaining the differences between the Coptic, Julian, and Gregorian calendars, with reference to the decrees of the Ecumenical Council of Nicaea. In the second chapter, the book explores the theology of the Incarnation as the sole means of Redemption for the salvation of humanity from the corruption of nature, explaining the union of Divinity and Humanity in the Hypostasis of the Word. The research expands on the symbols of the Incarnation in the Old Testament, such as the Burning Bush, the Tabernacle, Heavenly Manna, and Noah's Ark, alongside explicit prophecies regarding the Savior's birth in Bethlehem. It also draws precise theological comparisons between biblical figures like Adam, Isaac, Joseph, and Moses as t