Why was Jesus swaddled and laid in a manger

The fact that Jesus would be swaddled and lying in a manger is repeated three times in the Nativity story. So why is this phrase so significant, why would this be a sign to the shepherds, and how can it point us to the mission and atonement of Jesus Christ. Sign up for email notifications for new videos here: For more videos on the Life of Christ: For other Christmas videos: For text of this video visit: If you would like to help translate the subtitles visit: Special thanks to: Heather Pack and Sherrie Johnson for reviewing the script Lyle Hadlock for allowing me to use his music Jenedy Paige for allowing me to use her beautiful paintings