Luke 9:8

Some again said that Elijah had appeared, and others that one of the old prophets had risen again.

Open English Bible (US)

In The King James Version

And of some, that Elias had appeared; and of others, that one of the old prophets was risen again.

In Context

7Herod the ruler heard of all that was happening, and was perplexed, because it was said by some that John must be risen from the dead.

9But Herod himself said, “John I beheaded; but who is this of whom I hear such things?” And he endeavored to see him.

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Cross References

Matthew 17:10“How is it,” his disciples asked, “that our teachers of the Law say that Elijah has to come first?”

Mark 8:28“John the Baptist,” they answered, “but others say Elijah, while others say one of the prophets.”

John 1:21“What then?” they asked. “Are you Elijah?” “No,” he said, “I am not.” “Are you ‘the prophet’?” He answered, “No.”

Matthew Henry on Luke 9:2-10

The Mission of the Twelve Apostles. 1 Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases. 2 And he sent them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick. 3 And he said unto them, Take nothing for your journey, neither staves, nor scrip, neither bread, neither money; neither have two coats apiece. 4 And whatsoever house ye enter into, there abide, and thence depart. 5 And whosoever will not receive you, when ye go out of that city, shake off… Read the whole commentary →

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