Matthew 2:1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 1. For their prerogative of a deeper wisdom. 2. For their fervid searching. 3. For their constant asking of the place. 4. For the sweetness of their spiritual joy. 5. For their devotion of humble adoration. 6. For the value of their gifts. 7. For the prudent caution of their return. (L M. Ashley.) Parallel Verses KJV: Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, |