Luke 7:26

But what went you out to see? a prophet? Yea, and I say unto you even more than a prophet.

1902 William Baxter Godbey NT

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

25But what went you out into the wilderness to see? a man clothed in soft raiment? Behold those who are in gaudy apparel and luxury, are in royal palaces.

27This is he concerning whom it has been written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, who will prepare thy way before thee.

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Cross References

Luke 1:76And thou, little child, shall be called a prophet of the Highest; for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to prepare His ways,

Luke 20:6And if we may say, From men; all the people will stone us: for they are persuaded that John was a prophet.

John 5:35He was a bright and shining light: and you were willing to rejoice for an hour in that 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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