Luke 7:26

But what did you go out to see? a prophet? Yes, I say to you, and more than a prophet.

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But what went ye out for to see? A prophet? Yea, I say unto you, and much more than a prophet.

In Context

25But what did you go out to see? a man in soft clothing? See now, those who have beautiful clothing and delicate food are in kings' houses.

27This is he of whom it has been said, See, I send my servant before your face, who will make ready your way before you.

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Cross References

Luke 1:76And you, child, will be named the prophet of the Most High: you will go before the face of the Lord, to make ready his ways;

Luke 20:6But if we say, Of men; we will be stoned by the people, for they are certain that John was a prophet.

John 5:35He was a burning and shining light, and for a time you were ready to be happy in his light.

Matthew Henry on Luke 7:20-36

John's Message to Jesus; The Ministry of John and of Christ. 19 And John calling unto him two of his disciples sent them to Jesus, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? 20 When the men were come unto him, they said, John Baptist hath sent us unto thee, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? 21 And in that same hour he cured many of their infirmities and plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto many that were blind he gave sight. 22 Then Jesus answering said unto them,… Read the whole commentary →

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