As they went away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds concerning John: “What did you go out (A)into the wilderness to see? (B)A reed shaken by the wind? 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. What then did you go out to see? (C)A prophet?[b] Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.

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Footnotes

  1. Matthew 11:8 Or Why then did you go out? To see a man…
  2. Matthew 11:9 Some manuscripts Why then did you go out? To see a prophet?

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