Alastair's Adversaria The Gifts of Epiphany
Jan 6, 2026
Explore the symbolism of gold, frankincense, and myrrh through scriptural narratives, uncovering their connections to Solomon's reign. Delve into the rich imagery of the Song of Songs, where love meets sacred themes in the context of royal splendor. Discover how Isaiah 60 illustrates nations honoring the divine, and how the Magi's gifts signify Gentile tribute to Christ as king and priest. This thought-provoking reflection seamlessly weaves together themes of love, worship, and the sacred.
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Gifts Evoke Solomonic Kingship
- The Magi's gifts (gold, frankincense, myrrh) link Jesus to Solomon and royal tribute across scripture.
- Alastair Roberts shows these gifts evoke kingship, splendor, and biblical continuity.
Isaiah's Vision Fulfilled By The Magi
- Isaiah 60 portrays nations bringing gold and frankincense to Israel as response to a new rising light.
- Roberts reads the Magi as fulfillment of that eschatological drawing of the nations.
Gifts Are Sanctuary Materials
- Gold, frankincense, and myrrh are rooted in the tabernacle's materials and rituals.
- Roberts connects these substances to sanctuary functions: gold for furniture, myrrh for anointing, frankincense for incense.