Church of the Nativity
This is the grotto of the Church of the Nativity. This fourteen-point star marks the spot where tradition
says that Mary gave birth to Jesus. "6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were
accomplished that she should be delivered. 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 2:6-7)