Biblical scholars often argue that Matthew intended for the magi in his Gospel to be understood as gentiles or non-Jews who come to Bethlehem to worship Jesus. They surmise that this story is ...

The wise men arrive in Jerusalem from an unnamed location “in the East,” led by a star and in search of a new king. They make their way to Bethlehem, where they bow before Jesus and offer ...

Then, in the complete passage — John 8:54-59, Jesus says, “before Abraham was born, I AM” — meaning Jesus is God. (See Vol. 21, “I AM.”) Is there a circular connection to the Magi’s ...

Christmas nativity scenes around the world feature a familiar cast of characters: Jesus, Mary, Joseph, an angel or two, some barnyard animals, shepherds and, of course, the three wise men ...

Twelve scenes featuring Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, angels, shepherds and three wise men light up Euclid Avenue, between C and G Streets, in Ontario on Wednesday, December 8, 2021.

The wise men arrive in Jerusalem from an unnamed location “in the East,” led by a star and in search of a new king. They make their way to Bethlehem, where they bow before Jesus and offer ...

They move from Magi, who followed dim stars, to Wise Men, who follow Jesus, the true light and true God. Let’s look at the stages of their journey.

Surrounding Mary and Joseph and Jesus’ creche (left vacant until Christmas) were three large, glowing figures: the Magi. I loved dashing in and out of the scene, picking up and rearranging these ...

As Christmas approaches, Nativity scenes showing three wise men visiting the newborn Jesus are put up around the world. A scholar of Christian literature offers an explanation on their identity.