John 1:22 meaning and explanation

So they said to him, “Who are you? We need an answer for those who sent us. What do you say about yourself?”

John 1:22, Berean Standard Bible

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The Jerusalem authorities have sent priests and Levites to question John the Baptist about his identity. He has already denied being the Christ, Elijah, or the Prophet, so the delegation presses him for a definite answer to carry back to those who sent them.

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