Matthew 11:6-8
English Standard Version
6 And blessed is the one who (A)is not offended by me.”
7 As they went away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds concerning John: “What did you go out (B)into the wilderness to see? (C)A reed shaken by the wind? 8 What then did you go out to see? A man[a] dressed in soft clothing? Behold, those who wear soft clothing are in kings' houses.
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- Matthew 11:8 Or Why then did you go out? To see a man
Matthew 11:6-8
New King James Version
6 And blessed is he who is not (A)offended because of Me.”
7 (B)As they departed, Jesus began to say to the multitudes concerning John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? (C)A reed shaken by the wind? 8 But what did you go out to see? A man clothed in soft garments? Indeed, those who wear soft clothing are in kings’ houses.
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Matthew 11:6-8
New American Standard Bible
6 And blessed is [a]any person who (A)does not [b]take offense at Me.”
Jesus’ Tribute to John
7 As these disciples of John were going away, Jesus began speaking to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into (B)the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? 8 [c]But what did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Those who wear soft clothing are in kings’ [d]palaces!
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- Matthew 11:6 Lit whoever
- Matthew 11:6 Or stumble over Me
- Matthew 11:8 Or Well then,
- Matthew 11:8 Lit houses
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