Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
John 1:19 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for John 1:19 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 1 verse 19 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Testimony of John the Baptist
“And this is the record of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, Who art thou?”
John 1:19 (KJV)
Historical Context for John 1:19
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Commentary on John 1:19
The narrative transitions from prologue to testimony. Jerusalem's religious establishment sends priests and Levites to investigate John the Baptist. Their question 'Who art thou?' reflects official concern about this wilderness prophet drawing massive crowds. John's answer is emphatically negative: 'he confessed, and denied not; but confessed, I am not the Christ.' The threefold emphasis ('confessed,' 'denied not,' 'confessed') stresses John's integrity—he refused to claim more than he was.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 1:19
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“and all men reasoned in their hearts concerning John”
“How long will you hold us in suspense? If you are the Christ, tell us plainly.”
“John indeed baptized with the baptism of repentance, saying to the people that they should believe in the one who would come after him, that is, in Jesus.”
“he said”
“and he has testified to the truth.”
“the chief priests and the elders of the people came to him as he was teaching”
“What sign do you show us, seeing that you do these things?”
“It is the Sabbath. It is not lawful for you to carry the mat.”