According to the Gospel of Matthew, the magi bring gold, frankincense, and myrrh as expensive gifts to the young Jesus. We all know what gold is, but what is this frankincense and myrrh stuff?

What is the real story of the gold and the frankincense and myrrh brought to baby Jesus? The Feast of the Epiphany, or Three King's Day, is celebrated today, January 6. These are beautifully ...

Beautiful, mysterious, and steeped in history, frankincense has captivated humanity for millennia. Still, perhaps it’s best known for being presented as a gift to Joseph and Mary, along with gold and ...