The Mystery Of The Magi

Author : Dwight Longenecker
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9781621576563

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Mystery of the Magi by Dwight Longenecker Pdf

"The perfect Christmas gift for anyone interested in the historical background behind the birth of Jesus of Nazareth." — Robert J. Hutchinson, author of The Politically Incorrect Guide to the Bible, The Dawn of Christianity, and Searching for Jesus. "Utterly refreshing and encouraging." — Eric Metaxas, New York Times bestselling author of Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy and Martin Luther "The best book I know about the Magi." — Sir Colin John Humphreys, Ph.D., author of The Mystery of the Last Supper Modern biblical scholars tend to dismiss the Christmas story of the “wise men from the East” as pious legend. Matthew’s gospel offers few details, but imaginative Christians filled out the story early on, giving us the three kings guided by a magical star who join the adoring shepherds in every Christmas crèche. For many scholars, then, there is no reason to take the gospel story seriously. But are they right? Are the wise men no more than a poetic fancy? In an astonishing feat of detective work, Dwight Longenecker makes a powerful case that the visit of the Magi to Bethlehem really happened. Piecing together the evidence from biblical studies, history, archeology, and astronomy, he goes further, uncovering where they came from, why they came, and what might have happened to them after eluding the murderous King Herod. In the process, he provides a new and fascinating view of the time and place in which Jesus Christ chose to enter the world. The evidence is clear and compelling. The mysterious Magi from the East were in all likelihood astrologers and counselors from the court of the Nabatean king at Petra, where the Hebrew messianic prophecies were well known. The “star” that inspired their journey was a particular planetary alignment—confirmed by computer models—that in the astrological lore of the time portended the birth of a Jewish king. The visitors whose arrival troubled Herod “and all Jerusalem with him” may not have been the turbaned oriental kings of the Christmas carol, but they were real, and by demonstrating that the wise men were no fairy tale, Mystery of the Magi demands a new level of respect for the historical claims of the gospel.

Author : Daniel Kolenda
Publisher : CFAN Publications
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781933446639

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The Mystery of the Magi by Daniel Kolenda Pdf

Author : Brent Landau
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2010-11-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780062020239

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Revelation of the Magi by Brent Landau Pdf

“Astonishing, delightful, and theologically sophisticated.” —Marvin Meyer, Griset Professor of Religious Studies, Chapman University Theologian Brent Landau presents the ancient account of Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar, the three “wise men” who journeyed to Bethlehem to greet the birth of Jesus. The Revelation of the Magi offers the first-ever English translation of an ancient Syriac manuscript written in the second to third century after the birth of Christ and safeguarded for generations in the Vatican Library. Following in the footsteps of Elaine Pagels and her exploration of the Gnostic Gospels, including the controversial Gospel of Judas, Landau delivers an invaluable source of information to a world interested in learning more about the Nativity and the life of Jesus of Nazareth.

Author : O. Henry
Publisher : Amila Jay
Page : 11 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-12-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9783986779214

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The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry Pdf

"The Gift of the Magi" is a short story by O. Henry first published in 1905. The story tells of a young husband and wife and how they deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money. As a sentimental story with a moral lesson about gift-giving, it has been popular for adaptation, especially for presentation at Christmas time.

Author : Paul William Roberts
Publisher : Raincoast Books
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1551928612

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Journey of the Magi by Paul William Roberts Pdf

Author : Elspeth Campbell Murphy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1556614101

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The Mystery of the Magi's Treasure by Elspeth Campbell Murphy Pdf

Sarah-Jane and her two cousins solve a mystery involving an antique locket they plan to give their favorite baby-sitter.

Author : Patrick W. Carr
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781493421558

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The End of the Magi by Patrick W. Carr Pdf

Following his vision of the coming Messiah, the prophet Daniel creates a select group of men who will count down the calendar to the arrival of Israel's promised king. Centuries later, as the day nears, Myrad, a young magi acolyte, flees for his life when his adoptive father and others are put to death by a ruthless Parthian queen. Having grabbed only a few possessions, Myrad escapes the city, and searching for a way to hide from the soldiers scouring the trade routes, he tries to join the caravan of the merchant Walagash. The merchant senses that Myrad is hiding secrets, but when the young man proves himself a valuable traveler, an epic journey filled with peril, close escapes, and dangerous battles begins. With every day that passes, the calendar creeps closer to the coming Messiah. And over everything shines the dream of a star that Myrad can't forget and the promise that the world will never be the same.

Author : John Koessler
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310864219

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A Stranger in the House of God by John Koessler Pdf

Growing up the son of agnostics, John Koessler saw a Catholic church on one end of the street and a Baptist on the other. In the no-man’s land between the two, this curious outside wondered about the God they worshipped—and began a lifelong search to comprehend the grace and mystery of God. A Stranger in the House of God addresses fundamental questions and struggles faced by spiritual seekers and mature believers. Like a contemporary Pilgrim’s Progress, it traces the author’s journey and explores his experiences with both charismatic and evangelical Christianity. It also describes his transformation from religious outsider to ordained pastor. John Koessler provides a poignant and often humorous window into the interior of the soul as he describes his journey from doubt and struggle with the church to personal faith

Author : Richard C. Trexler
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0691011265

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The Journey of the Magi by Richard C. Trexler Pdf

Although "Matthew's Gospel reveals little about the three wealthy visitors said to have presented gifts to the infant Jesus," the author presents the influence of the Magi in Christian society, in the machinations of monarchs and heads of republics, in relations with native Americans, and in the play of present day street children.--Jacket.

Author : Daniel Kolenda
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1404677735

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The Mystery of the Magi by Daniel Kolenda Pdf

Author : Shinobu Ohtaka
Publisher : VIZ Media LLC
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-08
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781421570587

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Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic, Vol. 2 by Shinobu Ohtaka Pdf

Aladdin and Alibaba have entered the Dungeon of Qishan hoping to find hidden treasure—but danger's found them! A horde of slimes closes in on them, while Lord Jamil and his slaves head into the dungeon looking to intercept Aladdin and grab any riches he may have found! But these rivals have more to worry about than each other, and new friends, new enemies and amazing riches are yet to be discovered! -- VIZ Media

Author : Shinobu Ohtaka
Publisher : VIZ Media LLC
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2014-12-09
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781421581774

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Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic, Vol. 9 by Shinobu Ohtaka Pdf

With peace restored in Balbadd, Aladdin and his friends have begun training in Sindria, the land of King Sinbad. With the rise of Al-Thamen, an organization dedicated to spreading evil around the world, there is much to do. While Alibaba works to repair the Sword of Amon, visitors from the Kou Empire arrive with an interesting proposal. Then King Sinbad assigns a weighty task—they must enter Dungeon No.61: Zagan... -- VIZ Media

Author : Shinobu Ohtaka
Publisher : VIZ Media LLC
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-12
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781974709809

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Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic, Vol. 34 by Shinobu Ohtaka Pdf

After seizing the Sacred Palace, Sinbad rewrites the world’s Rukh and thus the world’s fate. Alibaba, Aladdin and Morgiana decide that they must take matters into their own hands. With Hakuryu and Judar’s help, they head for the Sacred Palace, where Sinbad awaits... -- VIZ Media

Author : Charles River Charles River Editors
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2016-12-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1540896137

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The Three Wise Men by Charles River Charles River Editors Pdf

*Includes pictures *Includes Biblical and other accounts of the Magi *Includes a bibliography for further reading In almost every nativity scene today are shown three kings presenting gifts to the newborn baby Jesus, and though everyone is familiar with the Three Wise Men, they are also some of the most mysterious characters from the Bible. According to Scripture, they journeyed from an unnamed land to Bethlehem, bearing gifts for Jesus Christ, and then disappeared. They were the first Christian pilgrims, they later became the patron saints of travelers, and their image is on millions of Christmas cards. Nevertheless, over 2,000 years later, little is known of where they came from and where they went, and most of what people think they know about the Magi does not actually come from the Bible but from assorted myths that have emerged over the millennia. The Bible does not, in fact, say that the three men were kings - this was a detail added later. Most startling of all is that the Bible does not even say that there were three men. Moreover, it seems unlikely that the Magi were actually present on the night that Jesus was born. According to the Book of Luke, Joseph and Mary brought Jesus to the Temple in Jerusalem 40 days after Jesus was born, which means they had remained in Bethlehem for some time after his birth: "And when the days for their purification according to the law of Moses were completed, they brought Him up to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord." In fact, in the course of describing the visit of the Magi, the Bible clearly notes there had been time enough for Joseph and Mary to find a house in Bethlehem: "On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. And having been warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their country by another route." These Magi were wealthy and well-educated. They likely came from Persia, but they had been ordered by King Herod to discover the location of Christ, purportedly so that Herod could pay homage to the child, but in all likelihood to murder the newborn threat to his power. Word quickly reached King Herod of the arrival of a new-born "King of the Jews," and since he was understandably unwilling to allow any threat to his own authority, Herod was determined to do away with this child. He sent soldiers to kill all of the boys that were up to two years old in and around Bethlehem - an event known as the "Massacre of the Innocents." It was a tragic event for many families in the city, but Jesus was evidently safe on his way to Egypt with his parents. So what exactly is known of these mysterious figures that lived in the time of Christ? There is still plenty of intrigue and mystery surrounding the Magi's story, but it's apparent they were inextricably linked to that of Herod the Great, who ruled over Judea when Jesus was born and who is to this day reviled as the evil king who tried to kill the Christ child during the slaughter of the innocents. Herod, the king that the Romans had placed on a throne he had no right to, was prone to violent rages and extreme paranoia. He had a fearsome reputation, having already killed his own wife, several sons, and hundreds of political opponents, and is said to have suffered from all kinds of ailments, including chronic kidney disease and gangrene. Yet there was another side to this brutal king; he was the greatest builder in the history of the land, and he left behind magnificent monuments that still dazzle the eye 2,000 years later. Who was Herod the Great - a murderous madman, a brilliant king, or both? The Three Wise Men: The History and Legacy of the Biblical Magi examines the known and unknown about some of the most important figures in the Bible. Along with pictures depicting important people, places, and events, you will learn about the Magi like never befor

Author : Shinobu Ohtaka
Publisher : VIZ Media LLC
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2015-04-14
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781421583617

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Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic, Vol. 11 by Shinobu Ohtaka Pdf

The sinister organization Al-Thamen seeks the wisdom of Solomon, and they don’t care who they have to go through to get it! Deep within the dungeon, faced with opponents capable of using powerful magic, and with their friends the Tran under attack by Al-Thamen as well, Aladdin and Alibaba must use all their skill and strength to stay alive. -- VIZ Media