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On the night of his birth, while shepherds were sent by God to witness the event, the Magi—wise men from the East—did not arrive until much later. Their journey culminated 40 days post-birth when Mary and Joseph took Jesus to the temple in Jerusalem for his dedication. It was during this trip that the Magi, seeking the newly born King of the Jews, made their inquiry to King Herod, triggering a cascade of violence and tragedy.