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The Narrative of the Magi: Some Notes from a Jewish Perspective
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Wise Men or Stooges: Who Were Matthew’s Magi?
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Rethinking the Magi in Matthew and Exodus Rabbah
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The Bethlehem Stomp: A Songwriter’s Response to Matthew’s Nativity Story
Even in the ever-increasing shadows, there are cracks where light comes shining through.
A Jerusalem Perspective on the Magi
A new collection of articles on Matthew’s narrative of the magi. Available 7 December 2025!
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The messianic era dawned with a proclamation of God’s favor toward all humankind.