Luke 20:6
But, if we say ‘human,’ the people will all stone us, for they are persuaded that John was a Prophet.”
Twentieth Century New Testament
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In Context
5But they began arguing together: “If we say ‘divine,’ he will say ‘Why did not you believe him?’
7So they answered that they did not know its origin.
Cross References
Matthew 11:9What, then, did you go for? To see a Prophet? Yes, I tell you, and far more than a Prophet.
Matthew 21:26But if we say ‘human,’ we are afraid of the people, for every one regards John as a Prophet.”
Matthew 26:5but they said: “Not during the Festival, for fear of causing a riot.”
Luke 1:76And thou, Child, shalt be called Prophet of the Most High, For thou shalt go before the Lord to make ready his way,
John 10:41“John gave no sign of his mission,” they said; “but everything that he said about this man was true.”
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 →