John 1:32

"I didn’t know him, but for this reason I came baptizing in water, that he would be revealed to Israel.”"

Key Reflection

Baptism here serves as a public declaration and revelation of Jesus' identity. The one who sent the Baptist recognized Jesus as the Messiah, using this act of baptism to point beyond himself and reveal the true purpose and significance of Jesus' ministry in Israel.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 32. Bare record . Gave testimony. I saw the Spirit, &c. See Barnes "Mt 3:16,17" __________________________________________________________________

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