MAT 2:1-2

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Now, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea—the prophesied birthplace of the Messiah—in the days of Herod the king—the Idumean king ruling under Roman authority—behold, magi from the East—learned men, possibly astrologers or wise men from Persia or Babylon—came to Jerusalem, Saying, "Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw His star at its emergence in the heavens, and we have come from afar to worship Him and pay Him homage."

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MAT 2:1-2 - Now, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea—the prophesied birthplace of the Messiah—in the days of Herod the king—the Idumean king ruling under Roman authority—behold, magi from the East—learned men, possibly astrologers or wise men from Persia or Babylon—came to Jerusalem,
Saying, "Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw His star at its emergence in the heavens, and we have come from afar to worship Him and pay Him homage."

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