The suggestion has been hazarded that "the star" was an unusual combination of three planets; but this would conflict with the disappearance and reappearance of the guiding light. Some experiences during the Welsh Revival seem to point to a connection between high spiritual experiences and a burning glory. Probably only the eyes of the Magi beheld this great light. See Acts 9:3; Acts 26:12-14.
When we follow God's guidance, we may be sure that He will not fail to bring us to our goal. He who brings us out will also bring us in. He will perfect that which concerneth us. These Wise-Men prostrating themselves before the newborn babe were the first of a great procession of the kings of intellect who have followed them to the same spot. After all, does not all true science bend before the mystery of life? We cannot fathom the mystery, but we can adore. We can also present our gifts. "Jesus is worthy to receive riches." It was thus that the Father provided beforehand for the expenses attendant on the approaching visit to Egypt. The Herods of this world are always plotting against the Lord's Christ, but it is in vain. See Psalms 2:1-12; Acts 4:25. [source]
Chapter Summary: Matthew 2
1The wise men from the east enquire after Jesus; 3at which Herod is alarmed 9They are directed by a star to Bethlehem, worship him, and offer their presents 13Joseph flees into Egypt with Jesus and his mother 16Herod slays the children; 20himself dies 23Jesus is brought back again into Galilee to Nazareth
Greek Commentary for Matthew 2:10
They rejoiced with exceeding great joy [εχαρησαν χαραν μεγαλην σποδρα] Second aorist passive indicative with cognate accusative. Their joy was due to the success of the search. [source]
Reverse Greek Commentary Search for Matthew 2:10
1 Thessalonians 3:9For you [περι υμων] Around (concerning) you, while in 1 Thessalonians 3:2 υπερ huper (over is used for “concerning your faith.” For (επι epi). Basis again as cause or ground for the joy. Wherewith we joy Probably cognate accusative ην hēn with χαιρομεν chairomen attracted to locative χαραι charāi (Matthew 2:10). [source]
1 Thessalonians 3:9Wherewith we joy [ηι χαιρομεν] Probably cognate accusative ην hēn with χαιρομεν chairomen attracted to locative χαραι charāi (Matthew 2:10). [source]
What do the individual words in Matthew 2:10 mean?
Having seennowthestarthey rejoiced [with]joygreatexceedingly
Greek Commentary for Matthew 2:10
Second aorist passive indicative with cognate accusative. Their joy was due to the success of the search. [source]
Reverse Greek Commentary Search for Matthew 2:10
Around (concerning) you, while in 1 Thessalonians 3:2 υπερ huper (over is used for “concerning your faith.” For (επι epi). Basis again as cause or ground for the joy. Wherewith we joy Probably cognate accusative ην hēn with χαιρομεν chairomen attracted to locative χαραι charāi (Matthew 2:10). [source]
Probably cognate accusative ην hēn with χαιρομεν chairomen attracted to locative χαραι charāi (Matthew 2:10). [source]