From the Hebrew Scriptures they had learned of the Star to arise out of Jacob, and with eager desire they awaited His coming, who should be not only the "Consolation of Israel," but a "Light to lighten the Gentiles," and "for salvation unto the ends of the earth." Luke 2:25, 32; Acts 13:47. They were seekers for light, and light from the throne of God illumined the path for their feet.
Por las Escrituras hebraicas tenían conocimiento de la estrella que debía proceder de Jacob, y con ardiente deseo esperaban la venida de Aquel que sería no sólo la "consolación de Israel," sino una "luz para iluminación de las naciones" y "salvación hasta los fines de la tierra." (S. Lucas 2: 25, 32; Hechos 13: 47, V.M.) Buscaban luz, y la luz del trono de Dios iluminó su senda.