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Matthew 2:10
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The Magi and the star, Gentile da Fabriano - 1423
Book Gospel of Matthew
Christian Bible part New Testament

Matthew 2:10 is a short but important verse from the Gospel of Matthew in the New Testament of the Bible. It describes the moment when the magi, also known as the Wise Men, saw the special Star of Bethlehem again. This star was guiding them to find the baby Jesus.

The Magi Find Their Way

This verse is part of a larger story about the birth of Jesus. The Magi were wise travelers from the East. They studied the stars and believed a new star meant a new king had been born.

Their Search for a New King

The Magi traveled a long way to find this new king. They first went to Jerusalem and asked King Herod where the new king of the Jews was. Herod was a powerful ruler, but he was worried about someone else becoming king.

The Star's Guidance

Herod told the Magi to go to Bethlehem, a town near Jerusalem. He also asked them to report back to him after they found the child. As the Magi left Jerusalem, the special star they had seen before appeared again. It moved ahead of them, showing them the way.

A Moment of Great Joy

Matthew 2:10 tells us how the Magi felt when they saw the star again. The Bible says:

When they saw the star,
they rejoiced with
exceeding great joy.

This means they were incredibly happy and excited. The star was a sign that they were on the right path. It showed them they were close to finding the baby Jesus. This joy helped them continue their journey with hope and excitement.

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