John 1:21 meaning and explanation
“Then who are you?” they inquired. “Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.”
John 1:21, Berean Standard Bible
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The priests and Levites sent from Jerusalem are pressing John the Baptist to identify himself. Their questions rest on expectation: Malachi promised Elijah's return before the day of the Lord, and Deuteronomy spoke of a prophet like Moses.
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