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ScribdTranslationsChristmas Play Script - 'The Birth of Jesus'
Narrator
In those times, Augustus, the Roman emperor, ordered
that a census should be made to know how many people
they had in their empire.
Roman soldier
All the inhabitants of the empire must go to the city of origin.
from their family to register in the census.
Narrator
Joseph and Mary embarked on a long journey from Nazareth to
Bethlehem, where Joseph's family came from.
Joseph
Maria, are you very tired?
Mary
Yes, a little bit. The path to Bethlehem is very long and the baby is already going.
to be born
José
The night is approaching and we must find a place where
rest.
Narrator
They both walked looking for an inn, then they arrived at
a house, and José asked
Joseph
Good evening.
I would like to know if there is a place to spend the night, because
We come from Nazareth and we are very tired.
Innkeeper
I'm sorry there's no room for you.
Narrator
José decided to search a little more, they walked as night was approaching.
but José knocked on another door
Joseph
Good evening, is there a place for us?
My wife is too tired: and my son is about to be born.
Innkeeper
We are sorry, there is no place for you.
Narrator
José did not give up, he knew that soon God would help them.
find a place for the birth of your baby. So
After so many hours of walking, José decides to look for another place to
the birth of your baby. José plays another game.
Joseph
Good night, there is a place for us
Inkeeper
I'm sorry, the house is full, but if you want, you can sleep in
the stable. It is all I can offer you...
José
Thank you, good man!
Maria, we already have a place to sleep!
(They head to the stable).
Narrator
Both stayed to sleep in that humble stable, and
while she was there, it was time for Mary to give birth.
the child Mary wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him down in the
manger.
(The light goes out, and "Silent Night" plays in the background)
softly
(With a lit candle, the Narrator reads.)
Narrator
Near the barn there were some shepherds taking care of their
flock, when they saw in the sky a light that surprised them
It was the Star of Bethlehem. Also at that moment they were
I present an Angel before them to give a beautiful message.
Angel
Do not be afraid, for I bring you good news, which will be
for everyone: today, in Bethlehem, the savior has been born, that
He is the Messiah, the Lord.
They will recognize him wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a
manger
(An angel comes out from the corner.)
Angels
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth, peace and good will.
from God to men
Narrator
Some kings from the East arrived in Bethlehem following a
star that guided them.
(Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthasar appear.)
Melchior
Look, the star has stopped over that stable.
Gaspar
Let's get closer!
Baltasar
Yes, let's go!
(Upon arriving at the portal, they kneel before the child.)
Melchior
I offer you gold.
Gaspar
I bring you incense.
Baltasar
And I bring you myrrh.
Mary and Joseph
Thank you very much to everyone for your gifts.
Narrator
It was on December 25 that the Savior was born in Bethlehem.
Jesus.
We hope that this Christmas brings rebirth in our
hearts and homes Love and peace. Merry Christmas and prosperous
new year.
FIN
White Christmas