This legend seems to originate in France. In it, the fourth wise man is unable to decide what gift is worthy of the child who is God's chosen king. He travels with the three wise men bringing gold, frankincense and myrrh, but fails to think of a suitable gift. He is so ashamed of himself, that he waits outside the house when the others go to give their offerings to the baby Jesus. To make himself useful, he draws water for all the camels. Then he notices that the star that has led their way is reflected in his bucket. He carries it inside the house - and by a miracle it keeps on shining - a reminder that all we humans can offer is a reflection of God's own glory.
- ISBN10 0781445450
- ISBN13 9780781445450
- Publish Date 1 October 2007 (first published 22 September 2006)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 8 March 2017
- Publish Country US
- Imprint David C Cook Distribution
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 32
- Language English