We’ve seen them in nativity scenes; three kings visiting a
baby in a manger. But that’s not how it happened. The bible never mentions
kings. “Wise men” refers to scholars with an education beyond the norm. There’s
no reference to their number. Joseph and Mary had to leave Bethlehem to perform
a sacrifice at the temple in Jerusalem when Christ was 40 days old. When the magi
asked Herod where to find the king of the Jews, he consulted with priests and
sent them south to Bethlehem. But the star redirected them eastward. Matthew
said they brought gifts to the young child (notice he didn’t call Christ an
infant) in a house. Then Herod, who thought Christ was still in Bethlehem and
who knew when the star appeared, ordered every boy under two there to be
murdered. So Christ was a probably toddler, perhaps walking and talking, and in his
parents’ home when the magi came. Not quite what you’d pictured, is it?
Oh this is a stunning block!! You do such great work Linda. I wish wish wish we could be quilting buddies!! You inspire me to do great work. Thinks for your example. Joanne
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! This is a 16" block. I can't decide whether to make it into a table topper or add borders and call it a wall hanging. What do you think? I don't see why living on separate continents should keep us from being quilting buddies, especially if you're in town long enough to take a class together or visit a few quilt shops.
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