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What is the significance of the title "The Gift of the Magi"?
What is the significance of the title "The Gift of the Magi"?
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The title refers to the Biblical Magi, who brought valuable gifts to Jesus. O. Henry uses this reference to highlight that the greatest gifts are often those given with love and selflessness, rather than material value. Della and Jim’s sacrifices represent the true spirit of giving.