What Do The Three Gifts Of The Magi Given To Jesus Represent?

The three gifts given by the Magi were gold, frankincense, and myrrh. These three gifts represent the roles of Jesus Christ in his relation to man. Gold, which was the usual offering presented to a king by his subjects, represents his office as king (obviously). Frankincense, which was used in worship at the temple, represents both his divine nature and office as most high priest. Myrrh, which is one of the ingredients in the holy anointing oil described in Exodus chapter 30 used to consecrate the things in the temple used to minister unto God, and was also used to anoint (and deodorize) the dead, represents his role as the ultimate sacrifice for the sins of man.

Gold: Represents Christ's role as King.

Frankincense: Represents his divine nature and role as most high priest.

Myrrh: Represents his role as the ultimate sacrifice for the sins of man.