Luke 7:26

What then did you go to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and far more than a prophet.

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In The King James Version

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

In Context

25“What did you go out into the wilderness to look at? A reed waving in the wind? If not, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in rich clothing? Why, those who are accustomed to fine clothes and luxury live in royal palaces.

27This is the man of whom scripture says – ‘I am sending my messenger ahead of you, and he will prepare your way before you.’

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Cross References

Luke 1:76And you, child, will be called prophet of the Most High, for you will go before the Lord to make ready his way,

Luke 20:6But, if we say ‘human,’ the people will all stone us, for they are persuaded that John was a prophet.”

John 5:35He was the Lamp that was burning and shining, and you were ready to rejoice, for a time, 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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