Bible Verses About "What Is the Star of Bethlehem"
The Star of Bethlehem was the heavenly sign that led the wise men from the east to worship the infant Jesus in Bethlehem.
The Star of Bethlehem was the heavenly sign that led the wise men from the east to worship the infant Jesus in Bethlehem.
"Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him." — Matthew 2:2 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is the Star of Bethlehem?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him."
"When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was. When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy."
"I shall see him, but not now: I shall behold him, but not nigh: there shall come a Star out of Jacob, and a Sceptre shall rise out of Israel."
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