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Luke 3:15 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Luke 3:15 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 3 verse 15 to related passages throughout the Bible.
John Announces the Coming One
“And as the people were in expectation, and all men mused in their hearts of John, whether he were the Christ, or not; in expectation: or, in suspense mused: or, reasoned, or, debated”
Luke 3:15 (KJV)
Historical Context for Luke 3:15
People Mentioned
Commentary on Luke 3:15
The people's musing 'in their hearts...whether he were the Christ, or not' demonstrates John's powerful ministry raised messianic expectations. The verb 'mused' (Greek 'dialogizomai') indicates internal reasoning and debate—they were seriously considering whether John might be Messiah. This shows effective prophetic ministry creates spiritual curiosity and expectation. That people wondered if John was Christ testifies to his Spirit-empowered preaching and holy life. Yet John's consistent self-denial and Christ-exaltation demonstrates that true ministry points beyond itself to Jesus. The people...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 3:15
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“How long will you hold us in suspense? If you are the Christ, tell us plainly.”
“'I am not the Christ”
“when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him”