7 As they went away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds concerning John: "What did you go out ch. 3:1;Luke 1:80into the wilderness to see? [Eph. 4:14;James 1:6]A reed shaken by the wind?8 What then did you go out to see? A man11:8 Or Why then did you go out? To see a mandressed in soft clothing? Behold, those who wear soft clothing are in kings’ houses.9 What then did you go out to see? ch. 14:5;21:26;Luke 1:76A prophet?11:9 Some manuscripts Why then did you go out? To see a prophet?Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.10 This is he of whom it is written,
Mark 1:2;Cited from Mal. 3:1"‘Behold, I send my messenger before your face,
who will prepare your way before you.’