Matthew 2:1-2 (KJV) [1] “Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, [2] Saying, Where is He that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.”
The wise men from the east came to Jerusalem in search of He that is born King of the Jews, after they saw His star in the east. Why were these wise men looking for Jesus? The wise men said, “for we have seen His star in the east, and are come to WORSHIP Him.” When these wise men saw the star which was a sign of a newborn King, their response was not curiosity alone, but worship. They presented three gifts, each full of meaning: Gold – symbol of kingship, recognising Jesus as the King of kings; Frankincense – used in worship, recognising Jesus is divine and worthy of worship; Myrrh – used for embalming, foreshadowing the suffering and death of Jesus Christ.
Written by: Andrew A. Esemudje