When Was Jesus Born and What Was His True Age at Death
Can the Star of Bethlehem answer the age-old question, “When was Jesus born?”
Look in the Gospels of both Luke and Matthew and the nativity of Jesus is chronicled. According to Luke, Jesus’ parents traveled from Nazareth to Bethlehem in order to participate in a census. While there, baby Jesus was born. The Gospel of Matthew adds another element to the story; one that has become accepted as much as the manger itself and the humble beginnings for Jesus.
Matthew is the only author to mention the Magi. Common belief dictates that three Magi made a pilgrimage ‘from the East’. Ostensibly this is due entirely to the gifts thay are said to have brought: Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh. Other accounts claim that up to a dozen Magi made the journey.
The gospel of Matthew in the Holy Bible is considered the earliest account of the life of Jesus Christ. Scholars believe it was written sometime between A.D. 70-80. Because it was written so close to the time of Christ’s life, many experts consider it to be the most credible account of the birth of Jesus Christ.
Star of Bethlehem
Can the Gospel of Jesus according to St. Matthew tell us when was Jesus born? The Star of Bethlehem may be the key to this answer. Although there are many theories, this article discusses one particular idea.
