And of some, that Elias had appeared; and of others, that one of the old prophets was risen again.
Parallel translations
- WEB and by some that Elijah had appeared, and by others that one of the old prophets had risen again.
- BSB others that Elijah had appeared, and still others that a prophet of old had arisen.
- NKJV and by some that Elijah had appeared, and by others that one of the old prophets had risen again.
- NASB and by some that Elijah had appeared, and by others that one of the prophets of old had risen.
- NLT Others thought Jesus was Elijah or one of the other prophets risen from the dead.
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Quick answer
Others speculate that Elijah or an ancient prophet has appeared. People grasp for explanations of Jesus without recognizing who He truly is.
Overview
Various rumors circulate, linking Jesus to Elijah or a risen prophet, reflecting Old Testament expectations. These guesses, though sincere, fall short of His true identity as the Christ. The confusion underscores the question that will soon be put plainly to the disciples: who is Jesus?
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Cross-references · 5
- Luke 9:19They answering said, John the Baptist; but some say, Elias; and others say, that one of the old prophets is risen again.
- John 1:21And they asked him, What then? Art thou Elias? And he saith, I am not. Art thou that prophet? And he answered, No.
- Matt 17:10And his disciples asked him, saying, Why then say the scribes that Elias must first come?
- Mark 8:28And they answered, John the Baptist: but some say, Elias; and others, One of the prophets.
- Mark 6:15Others said, That it is Elias. And others said, That it is a prophet, or as one of the prophets.
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