How did the wise men recognize Jesus as the King?

The wise men, referred to in Matthew 2, were guided by divine revelation to recognize the significance of the star they saw in the east, which represented the birth of Jesus. This divine insight sets them apart, as they came seeking not just a royal title but the very person born to be the King of the Jews. Their understanding that this was 'His star' underscores a supernatural acknowledgment of His identity. The wise men’s journey highlights the truth that genuine recognition of Christ happens only through divine intervention; no human effort or wisdom can culminate in understanding the true identity of Jesus without it.