Magi from the east followed a star to Jerusalem and asked King Herod where the newborn king of the Jews was, as they had come to worship him. Guided by the star, they found Jesus with his mother Mary and gave him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, worshipping him. The gifts represented his kingship, priestly role, and foreshadowed his death. The Magi were filled with joy at seeing the star and worshipping Jesus.