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Deuteronomy 32:13
He made him ride on the high places of the earth, that he might eat the increase of the fields; and he made him to suck honey out of the rock, and oil out of the flinty rock;

Psalm 67:4
O let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for thou shalt judge the people righteously, and govern the nations upon earth. Selah.

Psalm 105:3
Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD.

they rejoiced
The Magi's reaction upon seeing the star again was one of joy, indicating their deep desire to find and worship the newborn King. Their joy contrasts with Herod's fear and the indifference of the religious leaders in Jerusalem. This joy reflects the fulfillment of their long journey and the anticipation of meeting the prophesied King. It also signifies the joy that comes from divine revelation and the fulfillment of God's promises.

with great delight
The phrase emphasizes the intensity of their joy. This delight is not just a simple happiness but a profound, overwhelming sense of fulfillment and excitement. It underscores the significance of the event they were about to witness—the birth of the Savior. This great delight can be seen as a fulfillment ofIsaiah 9:3, which speaks of increased joy at the coming of the Messiah. The Magi's response serves as a model for all who seek Christ, illustrating the joy found in recognizing and worshiping Him.

- The Magi had traveled far, guided by God’s providence. The moment their eyes caught the star again (see v. 9), they knew the Lord was still leading them.

- Scripture consistently ties true seeking with certain finding.Jeremiah 29:13 promises, “You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart,” and Jesus echoes it inMatthew 7:7, “Seek and you will find.”

- Their sight was literal, yet it also highlights spiritual perception: God reveals Christ to those who earnestly look for Him.

- This was no mere astronomical curiosity; it was the specific, miraculous sign God had foretold.Numbers 24:17 had prophesied, “A star will come out of Jacob; a scepter will rise from Israel.”

- The star pointed to the ultimate “bright Morning Star,” Christ Himself (Revelation 22:16).

- Its steady guidance reminds us that God’s Word still shines “a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105).

- Joy is the proper response whenever God reveals His Son.Psalm 118:24 exclaims, “This is the day the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.”

- Their rejoicing matches the angelic announcement inLuke 2:10: “I bring you good news of great joy.”

- Worshipful joy testifies that they were not mere scholars; they were seekers prepared to bow before a King.

- The text piles up words—“rejoiced with great delight”—to show overflowing gladness. God doesn’t dole out joy sparingly; He “fills my cup to overflowing” (Psalm 23:5).

-1 Peter 1:8 captures this same tone: “You rejoice with inexpressible and glorious joy.”

- Such delight springs from fulfilled hope: the long-awaited Messiah was no longer a distant promise but a present reality before them.

Matthew 2:10 shows that when God faithfully guides sincere seekers to Christ, the result is exuberant, overflowing joy. The star verified prophecy, reassured the travelers, and led them straight to the Savior, and their hearts exploded with worshipful delight. In every age, those who fix their eyes on God’s revealed sign—His Word—and follow it to Jesus will share in that same great rejoicing.