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We naturally assume from "the (three) wise men" that Jesus kind of blew onto the scene, made a big splash, and was known to many. This becomes reinforced in following His ministry, but see how Peter was the only one that named Him the Christ (and even then, misunderstood His mission). Christ was not revealed then as He is now, and assuming He was famous when He was not will lead you to other misunderstandings. The whole progression illuminates a believer's walk, and the end of the path is the Kingdom. You already know where it is.