Journey of the Magi-“A cold coming we had of it, just the worst time of the year for a journey, and such a long journey.” As the star gazers watched the evening sky, they searched the stars for signs. How did creation declare the birth of the King of the Universe? What configuration of stars alerted these astronomers to leave home and follow a star?
Most likely, these astronomers were pagans who had multiple idols to revere and worship. Their perseverance to overcome the elements and the unpredictability of the journey to worship a Jewish king was quite unexpected. I wonder what the Magi talked about around the camp fires that dotted their trek through daunting terrain. I wonder if they knew their journey would be immortalized forever in songs and scriptures.
Wild animals, strong places, bandits in the shadows, all beckon to them, “This journey is too hard-turn back.” What draws men to such pursuits for the fulfillment of their souls? Deep calls to deep and pagans read, t"he signs of the time" before the religious. Mary pondered these things in her heart as the wise men worshiped her Son and gave Him gifts. What a strange sight these weary travelers were to a young Jewish girl who would kiss the face of God? Wise men still seek Him, so must we do the same.
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