Frankincense and myrrh were gifts presented to the infant Jesus by the Magi, or Wise Men, according to the Gospel of Matthew in the New Testament. These gifts were symbolically significant, representing Jesus' divinity (frankincense), humanity (myrrh), and kingship (gold, the third gift not mentioned in your question). The Magi's visit highlights the recognition of Jesus' importance by various cultures.
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