The Story of the Other Wise Man

What if a wise man’s accidental detour was the path God intended for him all along?

When the star appeared in the East, proclaiming the birth of the Messiah, a wise man named Artaban set out to meet with other magi to journey to the newborn king.

But Artaban was delayed as he helped a dying man.

The other wise men journeyed on without him, so Artaban traveled alone. He missed meeting Jesus, time and again, as this compassionate man spent his years helping those who crossed his path. And as he shared all he had with those hurting, he feared if he finally did meet the Christ, he would have nothing left to give.

This Smidgen Press edition preserves the beautiful artwork of J.R. Flanagan together with Henry van Dyke's timeless tale. It is a beloved treasure perfect for the holidays, weaving threads through Epiphany and Easter/Pascha as well.