[Today we are treated to a BLOTT by Elders UC#3, UC#1, and UC#1-SU]
UC#3 (from an undisclosed location in HousTex)
As is little known but I am sure UC#2 [staff spiritual advisor] will discover during his academic pursuits, in addition to gold, frankincense and myrrh, the Maji also brought jalapeño cheese biscuits to the Blessed Family on Epiphany, Jan 6. I also have Orthodox friends who will celebrate Christmas on Jan 7. So, in celebration, I have made jalapeño cheese muffins and offer these poetic attempts.
Haiku Jalapeño bread Flavored with some cheddar cheese Yum in my tummy - UC#3
Limerick There once was a Houston Greek Orthodox priest He was seen as a heretic to the Constantinople Archbishop of the East He broke with the Eucharist requisite And decided to substitute the unleavened Host with a biscuit And the congregation was then filled with spiritual yeast - UC#3
Thanks to UC#3‘s high res photos, we are able to extract detailed sections, and then use Google Lens to help us understand…
Our Friends from the Wind Chill Zone
UC#1-SU asked me to send this photo to “[redacted]”. Our solution to the jalapeno bread issue. It was great!
– UC#1
Putting it Thru the Lens…..
WLBOTT Scholarly Research
WLBOTT: Is there a relationship between the word “Magi” and the word “Magic”?
ChatGPT: Yes, there is a linguistic connection between the words “Magi” and “magic.” Both words have their origins in ancient Persian.
The term “Magi” refers to a group of priests, astrologers, and wise men in ancient Persia. They were known for their knowledge of astrology, astronomy, and other esoteric arts. The Magi are famously associated with the biblical story of the three wise men or kings who visited Jesus at his birth.
The word “magic” comes from the Greek word “magos,” which was borrowed from the Persian term “magus” (plural: “magi”). Originally, “magos” referred to a member of the Persian priestly caste, and over time, it evolved to encompass various forms of sorcery, divination, and supernatural practices.
So, while the words “Magi” and “magic” have different specific meanings, they share a common historical and linguistic root in the ancient Persian term “magus” or “magi.”
ChatGPT doesn’t seem to think that the Magi would have ever eaten a jalapeno.
ChatGPT: Jalapenos are a type of chili pepper native to Mexico, and they are commonly used in Mexican cuisine. It’s unlikely that the Magi, who were from the region of Persia (modern-day Iran), would have had access to jalapenos as they are a New World crop. The historical and geographical contexts make it improbable that the Magi consumed jalapenos or similar foods in the traditional narrative.
However, we have found quite a bit of historical art that suggests otherwise.
Historical Depictions in Art
Medieval Representations
There is also quite a bit of historical evidence to suggest that the THC content of the Magi’s jalapenos was quite a bit higher that its modern cousin.
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I welcome biblical scholars in our circle of WLBOTT followers to help decide whether the visitors to the manger in Bethlehem (Middle East not Pennsylvania) should be spelled “Maji” or “Magi” in modern day spelling.