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The magi were not really wise men or kings, as is commonly supposed. They were priests of the Zoroastrian religion, based at the time in Iran and Babylonia.
John Shelby Spong (Born of a Woman: A Bishop Rethinks the Birth of Jesus) says that among people he knows in New Testament circles, the universal assumption is that the magi of Matthew's Gospel were not actual people. Matthew was clearly writing Christian midrash.
If Matthew was writing Christian midrash, it is likely that his purpose was to show that even the priests of this great religion wished to worship Jesus.
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Where did the Magi visit Jesus?
The Magi visited Jesus in Bethlehem.
When did the Magi visit Jesus?
The Magi visited Jesus shortly after his birth, according to the Bible.
Where did the Magi find Jesus during their journey?
The Magi found Jesus in Bethlehem during their journey.
How old was Jesus when the Magi visited him?
Jesus was likely around two years old when the Magi visited him.
What Gospel has story of magi visiting Jesus?
The Gospel of Matthew tells of the magi visiting Jesus.
What were the three gifts of the Magi that were presented to Jesus?
The three gifts of the Magi presented to Jesus were gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
What significance does frankincense hold in the Bible and what does it symbolize in the biblical context?
Frankincense is a valuable resin mentioned in the Bible as a gift brought by the Magi to baby Jesus. It symbolizes worship, prayer, and the divinity of Jesus. In the biblical context, it represents the spiritual connection between humanity and God.
What is the connection between moses striking the rock and Jesus?
There is no connection between Moses striking the rock and Jesus. The only connection that does exist is both we're Prophets of God
Where did the Magi find the child Jesus?
Matthew's Gospel tells us that the magi found the baby Jesus in a house in Bethlehem.
How old was Jesus when the Magi arrived to visit him?
Jesus was likely around two years old when the Magi arrived to visit him.
What does the painting 'The adoration of the magi' mean?
The painting, 'The adoration of the Magi,' shows the Magi bringing gifts to baby Jesus. The painting portrays the Magi bestowing Jesus with adoration and gifts and recognizing him as a king
Which of the following was not a gift from a magi diamonds gold or myrrh?
the magi gave Jesus gold, myrrh, and frankincense...so they did not give Jesus diamonds
