Matthew 27:49 meaning and explanation
But the others said, “Leave Him alone. Let us see if Elijah comes to save Him.”
Matthew 27:49, Berean Standard Bible
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These bystanders stand near the cross, having just heard Jesus cry out, "Eli, Eli," which they mistook for a call to Elijah (verses 46 to 47). Elijah was expected to return before the great day of the Lord (Malachi 4:5), so their words are mockery dressed as waiting: let us see whether the prophet comes to rescue him.
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