In the sacred tradition of our Church, Caspar, one of the three Magi who came to honor the newborn Savior, stands as a symbol of faith, humility, and reverence before the divine. His journey, guided by the star of Bethlehem, fulfilled the prophecy that the kings of the earth would bring their gifts to honor the King of Kings. As a wise and learned man, Caspar brought with him the gift of frankincense, a symbol of the divinity of Christ, acknowledging the newborn Savior as both King and God.
(Matthew 2:2[www.biblegateway.com]) “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.”

Caspar’s pilgrimage, though long and arduous, was marked by a profound devotion to the mystery of the Incarnation. With unwavering faith, he followed the star that led him to the humble manger in Bethlehem, where he and his companions knelt before the infant Christ, offering their precious gifts. His offering of frankincense, used in sacred worship, signified his recognition of Christ's divine nature, as the Savior who came to redeem the world.
(Matthew 2:11[www.biblegateway.com]) "On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh."

Though the Gospels do not provide specific details about the Magi’s lives beyond their visit, sacred tradition has elevated Caspar as a representative of the nations beyond Israel, an example of the Gentile world coming to bow before Christ. His journey was not merely one of physical travel but a spiritual pilgrimage, seeking the light of truth and salvation. The Magi’s visit is a reminder that Christ came for all people, regardless of their origin or status.
(Isaiah 60:3[www.biblegateway.com]) "Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn."

As the years passed, the legacy of the three Magi continued to shine as a beacon of humility and worship. Caspar, along with his companions, teaches us the importance of seeking the divine and offering our best to God, no matter the cost or the journey. His gift of frankincense was not just an offering of fragrance but a declaration of faith and reverence.
(Psalm 72:10-11[www.biblegateway.com]) "The kings of Tarshish and of distant shores will bring tribute to him; the kings of Sheba and Seba will present him gifts. All kings will bow down to him and all nations will serve him."

The feast of the Epiphany, celebrated on January 6 in the Eastern Orthodox Church, commemorates the manifestation of Christ to the world through the visit of the Magi. It serves as a reminder that Christ is the light of the world, and as Caspar and his companions did, we too are called to seek that light, offering our gifts in worship and adoration.
(John 8:12[www.biblegateway.com]) "When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'"

Through his holy witness, Caspar reminds us that faith is not bound by borders or limitations but is a call to all people to come and worship Christ. May his example inspire us to seek the divine with the same devotion, humility, and reverence, bringing our own offerings before the Savior, who is the Light of the World.
(Matthew 2:10[www.biblegateway.com]) "When they saw the star, they were overjoyed."