Who is Saint Balthasar?

Answer 1

Balthasar was one of the Three Magi who brought gifts to the Infant Jesus. One tradition says he became a Christian, was ordained, became a bishop, and died while celebrating Mass. His feast is on January 6.

Answer 2

Saint Balthasar is one of the Three Wise Men or Magi who visited Baby Jesus in the nativity story. In Christian tradition, he is often depicted as a king bearing gifts of myrrh. Saint Balthasar represents the adoration of Jesus by the Gentiles.