Matthew 11:8-10
New King James Version
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. 9 But what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I say to you, (A)and more than a prophet. 10 For this is he of whom it is written:
(B)‘Behold, I send My messenger before Your face,
Who will prepare Your way before You.’
Matthew 11:8-10
English Standard Version
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. 9 What then did you go out to see? (A)A prophet?[b] Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. 10 This is he of whom it is written,
(B)“‘Behold, I send my messenger before your face,
who will prepare your way before you.’
Footnotes
- Matthew 11:8 Or Why then did you go out? To see a man
- Matthew 11:9 Some manuscripts Why then did you go out? To see a prophet?
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