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The narrative of the Magi from Matthew's Gospel has been shaped over centuries to reflect various social, political, and spiritual agendas. Richard Trexler explores how this story has been interpreted, emphasizing its portrayal of worldly power and the significance of gift-giving as a means of legitimizing divinity. He analyzes how Western societies have adapted the Magi's journey to enhance their own authority, illustrating the interplay between faith and power throughout history.
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The Journey of the Magi, Richard C. Trexler
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- The Journey of the Magi
- Subtitle
- Meanings in History of a Christian Story
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Richard C. Trexler
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 294
- ISBN13
- 9780691635071
- Category
- Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- The narrative of the Magi from Matthew's Gospel has been shaped over centuries to reflect various social, political, and spiritual agendas. Richard Trexler explores how this story has been interpreted, emphasizing its portrayal of worldly power and the significance of gift-giving as a means of legitimizing divinity. He analyzes how Western societies have adapted the Magi's journey to enhance their own authority, illustrating the interplay between faith and power throughout history.