Epiphany Season · Year B
Epiphany of the Lord
Some years Epiphany is transferred to the Sunday falling between January 2nd and 8th · January 6, 2027
Overview & Insights
“We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” (Matthew 2:2)
Matthew contrasts Jesus’ identity as the Messiah—the true King who enacts Israel’s return from exile—with Rome’s client-king, Herod, affirming Jesus’ identity through Old Testament testimony, God’s protection, and worship of Jesus by the Gentile magi.
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Commentary
Commentary on Matthew 2:1-12 - Working Preacher Working Preacher
Luther Seminary's RCL commentary on the visit of the magi and the meaning of epiphany.
Matthew 2:1-12 - Center for Excellence in Preaching Center for Excellence in Preaching
Reformed commentary reading the magi as a sign to expect the unexpected in God's people.
Enduring Word Bible Commentary Matthew Chapter 2 Enduring Word · David Guzik
David Guzik's verse-by-verse study of Matthew 2 and the visit of the wise men.
Matthew 2 Commentary | Precept Austin Precept Austin
In-depth verse commentary and word studies on Matthew 2.
Matthew 2:1 Commentaries BibleHub
Parallel classic commentaries on Matthew 2:1-12 gathered on one page.
The Epiphany of the Lord (Year B) Catholic Productions · Brant Pitre
Dr. Brant Pitre's Catholic study of the Epiphany readings and the magi.
The Magi and the Spiritual Journey - Word on Fire Sermon Word on Fire · Bishop Barron
Bishop Barron's Epiphany homily drawing five lessons from the magi's journey to Christ.
Epiphany of the Lord | Loyola Press Loyola Press · Sunday Connection
Catholic Sunday Connection with reflection and family prayer on the visit of the magi.
Background & Word Study
The Church Fathers
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Questions preachers ask
Why is the visit of the Magi the feast of Epiphany?
Gentile wise men follow the star to Bethlehem and worship the child with gold, frankincense, and myrrh, the first sign that the Savior is manifest to all nations.
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