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Matthew 2:11 ยท KJV

"And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh."

King James Version

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Passage Context

9When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was.
10When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.
11And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.
12And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.
13And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to the revelation of Jesus as King?

2

What does worship look like for you in your daily life?

3

When have you offered something valuable to God?

Life Application

worship

Consider ways to offer your time, talents, or resources as an act of worship.

gratitude

Reflect on the gifts you can present to God in gratitude for His blessings.

Places in This Verse

Bethlehem(Bethlehem, West Bank today)

Bethlehem is significant as the birthplace of Jesus and a symbol of hope in Christianity.

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

The Magi's worship of Jesus highlights his divine authority and the recognition of his kingship.

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