“After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem.” (Matthew 2:1)
The religion of the East was heavily characterized by sorcery, magic and divination. Astrology was very popular in the East. It was the norm for kings to have a team of sorcerers and magicians who advise and provide spiritual direction.
The Greek word translated as “Magi” or “wise men” (as translated by King James) actually means magicians or sorcerers.
God, in His manifold wisdom and boundless mercies, not wanting anyone to perish in their sins, revealed to sorcerers in their own practice that the Savior has been born.
In fact, God has left a sign in all cultural and religious practices of men that point to Christ.
Anyone who can recognize the sign that the Savior of the world has been born, and submit to Him in reverent worship is wise indeed!
Remain inspired!
PS: For an expanded version of this message, follow the link below to my blog:
https://joelkwesibaidoo.blogspot.com/2022/12/wise-men-from-e
