Los Reyes Magos

I learned about the tradition of "Los Reyes Magos" from my friends, Rosita and Karin Sanchez. I was visiting them one evening and commented on their beautiful new coats and boots. The girls told me "Los Reyes Magos" had brought them. Their father, Carlos, tapped me on the shoulder and asked if I knew about Reyes Magos. I am diligently studying Spanish and thought he had asked if I knew a man whose name was Reyes Magos. He went on to explain that in Mexico, Los Reyes Magos bring gifts to children in remembrance of gifts the wise men gave the Christ Child. I understood! Los Reyes Magos are the magi kings who followed the star to Bethlehem. El Dia de Los Reyes Magos, also known as Epiphany or Three Kings Day, is January 6. I love this sweet tradition celebrated by our Hispanic friends.