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1 | Jesus' birth | NT general Archive 1 | Morant61 | 163977 | ||
Greetings Seedling! It is important to look at all of the details in order to answer this question. We know that Jesus was born in Bethlehem (Luke 2:1-7). We also know that circumcision took place on the 8th day after birth (Luke 2:21). We know that Mary and Joseph took Jesus to Jerusalem for the circumcision (Luke 2:22). We know that Mary, Joseph, and Jesus returned to Nazareth (Luke 2:39). The account in Matthew is where most people get confused. The Magi were not at Jesus' birth. They saw the star, began their journey, and arrived some time later. The evidence in Matthew indicates that they may have arrived two years later. 1) After determing the time of the appearence of the star, Herod orders the execution of all male children 2 years old and younger. 2) Matthew uses the word for a 'child', not 'baby' to describe Jesus. So, Jesus was probably about 2 years old when the Magi arrived at where He was (Mt. 2:9), not where He was born. At that point, Joseph is warned to travel to Egypt until the death of Herod. I hope this helps! Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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2 | Jesus' birth | NT general Archive 1 | seedling | 164168 | ||
Tim I always thought that the wise men had arrive shortly after Jesus birth and Herod gave the order for babies 2 yrs and younger to be sure that Jesus was killed. Didn't they bring their gifts so that would be soon after the birth? I know I must take time line into consideration. Seedling |
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3 | Jesus' birth | NT general Archive 1 | Morant61 | 164169 | ||
Greetings Seedling! Every indication is that they came much later than the time of His birth. Unfortunately, many manger scenes portray them as at the manger. :-) The indicators include: 1) Jesus is called a 'child' not an infant. 2) Herod's order to kill every male child two and under. He may have expanded the time somewhat, but most don't believe that he would have expanded it by two full years. 3) The magi are said to have been led to the 'house' where He was, not the manger. I hope you and yours have a Merry Christmas! Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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