The Magi, also known as the Three Wise Men, are a popular biblical figure that has been referenced in traditional Christmas narratives and literature for centuries. Aside from these common names, there are several synonyms for the Magi that are used in different cultures and scholarly contexts. These include the Three Kings, the Three Gift-Bearers, and the Three Wisemen. In some Eastern Orthodox and Middle Eastern traditions, they are also referred to as the Three Magus Kings, the Persian Magi, or the Zoroastrian priests. The diversity of synonyms for the Magi reflect the enduring influence of their story and the different cultural interpretations of their role in the nativity story.