Balthasar
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Background
Balthasar of Alexandria is a wealthy man. He was one of three Wise Men that arrived and gave gifts to the baby Jesus.
During the events of Ben-Hur (1959) played by Finlay Currie
Balthasar is traveling with Sheik Ilderim and searching for Jesus when he comes across Judah Ben-Hur. He speaks with Ben-Hur and advises him against seeking revenge against Messala. Later Balthasar travels to hear the Sermon on the Mount and witnesses the crucifying of Jesus.