the conclusions of the wise

The noble and wise scholars in Southern Mesopotamia had to conclude that their suspicions were more like evidence.  Num. 24:17     I see him, but not now;
    I perceive him, but not near.
 A star will come from Jacob,
  and a scepter will arise from Israel.
Their conversation with Herod and his scholars indicated they had not known about Bethlehem and needed more information. (Matt 2:7-9) They followed this information and found the child, presenting Him with gifts. This intersection of the temporal and the eternal brought rejoicing (Matt 2:10)  Their searching hearts had brought them to glorious and historic conclusion. (Matt 2:10-11).
They made another conclusion when the Angel of the Lord warned them to not go back to Herod. (Matt 2:12).  The conclusions of the wise brought wonder, amazement, a historical record and a profound protection for the salvific newborn.  Praise God!