Other Wise Man, The
by Ruth Perry, Henry Van Dyke

Other Wise Man, The Book Cover
Other Wise Man, The Cover

Synopsis

There were three Wise Men who brought gifts to the King.

But legend tells of another named Artaban who also saw the star.

Artaban exchanges all his property for three great jewels to carry as a gift to the newborn King.

On the way, he finds a dying man.

If he delays, he can save the man's life but the other Wise Men will leave without him.

What can he do?

In the final scene, Artaban is discouraged but still seeks the King.

The power and beauty of the conclusion make this play ideal for Christmas.

Bare stage w/props.

Approximate running time: 60 minutes.

Publication

Publisher Samuel French

Other Wise Man, The is a play written by Ruth Perry and published by Samuel French .

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