Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him.
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Interpretation
Christ's gracious condescensions are so surprising, that even the strongest believers at first can hardly believe them; so deep and mysterious, that even those who know his mind well, are apt to start objections against the will of Christ.
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This thought runs through Matthew 3:13-17.
Glossary
- John Person
- (1. ) One who, with Annas and Caiaphas, sat in judgment on the apostles Peter and John ( Acts 4:6 ). He was of the kindred of the high priest; otherwise unknown. (2. ) The Hebrew name of Mark (q. v. ).
- Jordan Place
- Biblical river. Modern identification: Jordan River.
- Galilee Place
- Biblical region. Modern identification: Galilee.