Are They Aware of Their Texts?

Ike: Wouldn't it make sense that magi from babylon would know the words of one of their ancient prophets who prophesy about the king of israel? I wonder if their pagan belief in astrology, combined with a little bit of faith in the text, has led them to the right moment at the right time to come seeking the birth. Ike: The way that god is able to work within e the context of history to bring about his story. That's what blows my mind about all of this.