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November/December 2018 David M. Levy

The Men from the East

They studied astronomy, astrology, philosophy, religion, and sorcery, among other things. Yet they traveled almost 1,000 miles to worship the newborn King of the Jews. Who were the magi? And what was the star they followed? The story of the wise men, or magi, is one of the most interesting and captivating accounts recorded in the Bible. Countless Christmas cards, carols, and plays present the sto

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David M. Levy is a Bible teacher, author, former pastor, and the retired director of International Ministries for The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry.

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