Wise Men

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1. Gentile sages who visited Jesus, Mary, and Joseph in Bethlehem shortly after the birth of Jesus. According to the Gospel of Matthew, they were guided by a star and brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Because three gifts were given, the traditional story is that there were three wise men. (See Magi.)

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Wise Men

The Christian feast day of Epiphany, when observers celebrate the visit to Jesus by the Magi - commonly known as the Three Kings, or Wise Men - is widely celebrated in Spain.

From BBC ● Jan. 8, 2025

But his choreographed dance in “Three Wise Men and a Baby” floored the audience, proven by their wild cheers at his mentioning the title.

From Salon ● Dec. 23, 2023

In the Palace of the 10 Wise Men at the foot of the Rialto Bridge, officials met in the headquarters of the Magistrate of the Waters, an ancient body overseeing Venice’s life aquatic.

From New York Times ● Apr. 1, 2023

The country traditionally holds “cabalgata” parades the day before Epiphany in which the “Reyes Magos,” or Three Wise Men, ride on floats through major cities and towns across Spain.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 6, 2022

She put out shoes for the Wise Men to leave gifts at Christmas.

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer

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