However we understand the account of the magi, one key element is surely the contrast between these wise seekers and king Herod, a contrast that perhaps encouraged tradition to turn the magi into ...

“When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. When he called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to ...

The Magi likely assumed that the newborn King would be related to the current king, so Herod’s surprise may have confused them. And Herod seems more than surprised; he seems threatened and agitated.

As we all know King Herod called upon the Magi secretly and told them: “Go and search carefully for the child. As soon as you find him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship him.” ...

To Herod, another king must be a rival for his throne. He knows how to handle rivals. Herod sends the magi to Bethlehem, David’s city and the birthplace of the Messiah.

Next comes King Herod. When the Magi come looking for Jesus, he tells them: “Go and search diligently for the Child. When you have found him, bring me word, that I, too, may go and do him homage.” ...

“Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem…” (Matt. 2:1) We have changed our commenting system. If you do ...

Continuing his commentary, Matthew describes how the Magi questioned King Herod about prophecies that referred to a king to come. Herod called in theologians who, foreshadowing future officials ...

The Magi are warned in a dream not to return to Herod. They obey the dream — disobeying the king. Three people are immensely helped: Joseph, Mary and the child.

(THE CONVERSATION) King Herod will sound familiar to anyone who’s heard the Christmas story. King of Judea when Jesus of Nazareth was born, the ruler attempts to find and kill the baby after ...

Epiphany is the celebration of the magi's visit to baby Jesus. Just $2 for 6 months SUBSCRIBE NOW Show Search. Clear Search Query Submit Search. Read Today's Paper Thursday, July 18.

The Magi are a reminder that "earthly rulers rise and fall, but our true king, Christ himself, transcends above this worldly realm," said Pastor Miles. (Getty Images) ...