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Coke's Commentary on the Holy Bible

Matthew 2 - Introduction

The wise men out of the east are directed to Christ by a star: they worship him, and offer their presents. Joseph fleeth into Egypt, with Jesus and his mother. Herod slayeth the children, himself dieth. Christ is brought back again into Galilee, to Nazareth.

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