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Another theme (often found in nativity scenes) shows them, traditionally named Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar, each at different stages of life and each portraying one of the three races (Asian, African, and Caucasian), symbolizing that people from all races will believe in Jesus (and, in any event, recognize Him as Lord).<ref>Traditionally Caspar is portrayed as an older Caucasian, Melchior as a middle-aged Asian, and Balthazar as a younger African.</ref>
Another theme (often found in nativity scenes) shows them, traditionally named Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar, each at different stages of life and each portraying one of the three races (Asian, African, and Caucasian), symbolizing that people from all races will believe in Jesus (and, in any event, recognize Him as Lord).<ref>Traditionally Caspar is portrayed as an older Caucasian, Melchior as a middle-aged Asian, and Balthazar as a younger African.</ref>
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