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John 10:22

John 10:22

Little Bible — for children and parents · Growth Figures · © Growth Figures. All rights reserved.

The scene shifts to the Jewish winter festival now called Hanukkah, commemorating the temple's rededication.

Memory phrase: the Feast of Dedication

Talk about it: When and where does this scene happen?

Prayer: God, thank you for the Jewish setting of Jesus' story.

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