31. Rethinking Advent - The Magi

Episode 31: Rethinking Advent - The Magi

December 22, 2021 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall

When we think of the advent of the Christ, many of our perceptions are based scene at the nativity. We have come to expect three kings, or wise men, with the baby Jesus shortly after His birth. In this episode we look into the origin of these mysterious visitors.

Referenced Resources:

• Opening Question - "Isn't there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?"  posed by Charlie Brown in A Charlie Brown Christmas.A tv movie from 1965.
• National Gallery of Art Website: Biblical Magi - https://www.nga.gov/features/rubens-magi/biblical-magi.html

Show Music:

• Intro Song - jazzy bells (jingle bells) by Dee Yan-Key - https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dee_Yan-Key/my_christmas_music/02--Dee_Yan-Key-jazzy_bells
• Ending Song - We Three Kings by Maya Solovey - https://freemusicarchive.org/music/MayaSolovey/Midwinter/01_We_Three_Kings_Solovey

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