The Star of Bethlehem: The Legacy of the Magi
SKU: 98722614961

The Star of Bethlehem: The Legacy of the Magi

Sale price$25.21 Regular price$28.01
Save 10%

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 8 - Jul 13

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

The Star of Bethlehem: The Legacy of the MagiCould the $50 purchase of an ancient coin by a Rutgers astronomer have unlocked the mystery of the Christmas Star? For years, scientists have looked, with little success, to astronomical records for an explanation of the magical star that guided the Magi to Christ's manger. Intrigued by the image he found on the latest addition to his coin collection, Michael Molnar thought there might be more to learn by looking, instead, at the teachings of ancient

Could the $50 purchase of an ancient coin by a Rutgers astronomer have unlocked the mystery of the Christmas Star? For years, scientists have looked, with little success, to astronomical records for an explanation of the magical star that guided the Magi to Christ's manger. Intrigued by the image he found on the latest addition to his coin collection, Michael Molnar thought there might be more to learn by looking, instead, at the teachings of ancient astrologers.

Molnar argues in his book that the Star of Bethlehem was not a star at all, but rather a regal portent centering around the planet Jupiter that was eclipsed by the moon. He bases this theory on the actual beliefs of astrologers, such as the Magi, who lived around the time of Christ. Molnar found some intriguing clues to the mystery while researching the meaning of astrological symbols he found an ancient coin, which bore the image of Aries looking back at a star. He found that Aries was a symbol of Judea at the time, and that ancient astrologers believed that a new king would be born when the moon passed in front of Jupiter. Molnar wondered, could the coin have been issued as a response to the Great Messianic Portent, the Star of Bethlehem?

To match the story of the appearance of the Christmas star, Molnar also knew the event had to happen when Jupiter was "in the east." Using these criteria and a computer program, he was able to chart an eclipse of Jupiter in Aries on April 17, 6 B.C., a day when Jupiter was precisely "in the east," which confirmed his theory. Moreover, he found that a Roman astrologer described the conditions of that day as fitting the birth of a "divine and immortal" person.

According to Harvard University Professor Owen Gingerich, "this is the most original and important contribution of the entire 20th century" about the Magi's star. Using clues from astronomy, astrology, and history, Molnar has created a provocative, fascinating theory on the Christmas Star. He weaves together an intriguing scientific detective story which resolves one of the world's greatest mysteries: The Star of Bethlehem at the birth of Christ.



Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Rutgers University Press
Published: 09/20/2013
ISBN: 9780813564715
Pages: 187
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.48d
Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 98722614961

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.3 ★★★★★
Based on 617 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
D
DonRad
Cuba, US
★★★★★ 5
Made of carbide steel material and has high hardness characteristic
The shank that fits into the drill has three flattened surfaces, making them less likely to slip in the chuck. Much much easier to use than hand reamers!!! NOT AS DESCRIBED: The title says these are both carbon steel and carbide steel, but they are not the same. carbon steel and carbide are not the same; they are fundamentally different materials with distinct properties. Carbon steel is a metal alloy of iron and carbon, known for flexibility and toughness. Carbide (often Tungsten Carbide) is a ceramic-like, extremely hard, and brittle compound used for cutting, offering much higher wear resistance and heat tolerance. These have the look and feel of carbide, and not carbon. In my expert opinion. Most tires are "steel belted radial" and it is hard to ream through the steel belts by hand. I have spent HOURS trying to ream through difficult tire punctures by hand! These bits make quick work of the process. If needed, the sizes can be used gradually from smallest to largest. They leave a smooth sided hole which is less prone to leakage when the tire plug is inserted. Excellent value for the money! Highly recommended.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2026
T
Toodles McDoodles
Louisville, US
★★★★★ 5
Makes plugging faster
It makes to process of plugging a tire a lot faster. I think you need to use a drill with these. Unless you had a hand drill with a chuck to tighten down on the bits, you probably wouldn't be able to use like a t-handle because you couldn't pull the reamer bits out. Just in case you were thinking of keeping this in a roadside emergency kit. It turns probably a 30 minute job into a 5 minute job with a drill though. I attached a picture of the hole after I was done reaming with all 3 sizes up to the largest.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2025
W
Verified Purchase
Woohoo
San Leandro, US
★★★★★ 5
These work great.
Size: CB-M03H
These work great, and is much easier than a hand reamer. Quality seems good as well.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2025
H
Verified Purchase
HOTROD64
Natrona Heights, US
★★★★★ 5
GOOD QUALITY
Size: CB-M03
WORKS GREAT
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2025
D
Verified Purchase
Denise F.
Waukegan, US
★★★★★ 5
Good price
Size: CB-M03H
Good price appears sturdy good instructions
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2026

recommand products