Episode 4

Joseph and Mary arrive in Bethlehem, but discover they're not welcome - Joseph's family know of Mary's apparent betrayal. When Mary goes into labour, Joseph has to find somewhere to give birth - he finds a stable behind an inn... Thomas the shepherd is driven to violence in his rage and frustration - then he learns the talk of the coming of the Messiah is not just words... As the stars align, Balthasar, Melchior and Gaspar hurry in disguise to Bethlehem, desperate to be present at the greatest moment in history.