Matthew 3
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 3 of 28
Chapter Summary
1 John preaches: his office: life, and baptism. 7He reprehends the Pharisees, 13 and baptizes Christ in Jordan.
Key Greek Words
Cross-References
- Mark 1:1–11
- Luke 3:1–22
- Isaiah 40:3
People & Context
Forerunner preaching repentance in the Judean desert; baptizes Jesus in the Jordan
Comes from Galilee to be baptized; the Spirit descends on Him and the Father declares Him beloved Son
Speaks from the opened heavens: "This is My Son, the Beloved"
Descends like a dove upon Jesus at His baptism
Religious group coming to John's baptism, called "offspring of vipers"
Religious faction warned with the Pharisees to flee the coming wrath
Timeline
John the Baptist preaches repentance in the Judean wilderness, baptizing people in the Jordan River and warning the Pharisees of the wrath to come.
Matthew 3:1-12Jesus is baptized by John, after which the Spirit of God descends like a dove and a voice from Heaven declares Him the beloved Son.
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