Luke 20:7

So they answered that they did not know where it came from.

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In The King James Version

And they answered, that they could not tell whence it was.

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

8Then Jesus said to them, “Neither will I tell you by what authority I am doing these things.”

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Matthew Henry on Luke 20:2-9

Christ's Enemies Nonplussed. 1 And it came to pass, that on one of those days, as he taught the people in the temple, and preached the gospel, the chief priests and the scribes came upon him with the elders, 2 And spake unto him, saying, Tell us, by what authority doest thou these things? or who is he that gave thee this authority? 3 And he answered and said unto them, I will also ask you one thing; and answer me: 4 The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? 5 And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If… Read the whole commentary →

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