Matthew’s story about the life of Jesus, Chapter 2
Scene 1: The Magis’ Question
Setting: Jerusalem
Characters: The Magi, King Herod, Sadducees, Pharisees, the People of Jerusalem
Act 1: The Magi arrive and ask The Question
Act 2: The Sadducees and Pharisees Answer The Question
Act 3: Herod deceives the Magi.
Act 4: The Magi on the road to Bethlehem
Scene 2: The Magi’s worship
Setting: A house in Bethlehem
Characters: Magi, Jesus, Mary, God
Act 1: The Magi Find Jesus and His Mother and present their gifts.
Act 2: God warns the Magi not to return to Herod.
Act 3: The Magi leave for home.