Bible Question:
In the story of the Magi (Matt. 2), what writings do we have to tell us about how old Jesus was at the time. Also, some commentators say this was around 4 BC based on when Herod the Great was ruler and he died in 4 BC. I'm confused regarding when "BC" switched to "AD". Can you clear both of these items up for me? Thanks |
Bible Answer: Matt 2:11 After coming into the house they saw the Child with Mary His mother; and they fell to the ground and worshiped Him. Then, opening their treasures, they presented to Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Matt 2:16 Then when Herod saw that he had been tricked by the magi, he became very enraged, and sent and slew all the male children who were in Bethlehem and all its vicinity, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had determined from the magi. Welcome to the forum, Dalida! Jesus, Mary, and Joseph were no longer in the inn's stable when the magi came. They were in a house. Jesus was two years old or less when the magi visited. Peace, |