Longenecker, Dwight
Mystery of the Magi: The Quest to Identify the Three Wise Men
- ISBN 13:
- 9781684512577
- author:
- Longenecker, Dwight
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- REGNERY PUB INC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 1.8 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Biography, Religious, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Mystery of the Magi: The Quest to Identify the Three Wise Men Dwight Longenecker presents a compelling case for the historicity of the visit of the Magi to Bethlehem, exploring the evidence from biblical studies, history, archeology, and astronomy. By piecing together the available data, Longenecker uncovers the likely origins and motivations of the Magi, as well as their possible fate after evading King Herod. The author's detective work sheds new light on the time and place of Jesus Christ's birth, providing a fascinating view of the region and its inhabitants. Longenecker's research is thorough and engaging, making a powerful argument for the significance of the Magi's visit. Through a meticulous examination of the available evidence, Longenecker challenges common assumptions about the Christmas story, offering a fresh and thought-provoking perspective on this pivotal event in Christian history.