We three Kings of Orient are,
Bearing gifts we traverse afar,
Field and fountain,
Moor and mountain,
Following younder star.

O star of wonder, star of night,
Star with royal beauty bright,
Westward leading,
Still proceeding,
Guide us to thy perfect light.

By J. H. Hopkins, Jr.





It is said that a Spanish legend tells that the Three Kings cross Spain each year on their way to Bethlehem and leave gifts for children who have been good. On Epiphany Eve the children put out shoes filled with hay and carrots for the camels of the Kings.

Another legend told in Syria, is that it is said that the youngest camel of the Wise Men was so tired when they reached the manger that he fell down. In sympathy the infant Christ blessed him. Syrian children believe that this animal brings their gifts on Epiphany. They call him "the Camel of Jesus."