The Manger
The NativityMeaning: “Feeding trough”
The King of glory laid in a feeding trough — humility from the first.
The animal feeding trough that became the newborn Saviour’s first cradle.
What It Was
Biblical Significance & Symbolism
That the Lord of glory began life in a feeding trough sets the keynote of his whole ministry: “he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor” (2 Corinthians 8:9). The Bread of Life was laid where the animals fed.
Timeline
The newborn Jesus is laid in the manger
Scripture References
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Luke 2:7
And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
Luke 2:12
And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
Luke 2:16
And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
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Frequently asked about The Manger
What was The Manger in the Bible?
The animal feeding trough that became the newborn Saviour’s first cradle.
What does The Manger symbolize?
The King of glory laid in a feeding trough — humility from the first.
What does the name The Manger mean?
The name The Manger means “Feeding trough”.
Where was The Manger kept?
The Manger was kept at Bethlehem.
Where is The Manger first mentioned in the Bible?
The Manger is first mentioned in Luke 2:7.
How often is The Manger mentioned in the Bible?
The Manger is mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book: Luke.
What is a manger?
A trough that held feed for animals. Jesus was laid in one at birth because there was no room in the inn (Luke 2:7).
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