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John the Baptist
Also known as: The Forerunner
Tribe of LeviLuke 1:57Matthew 14:10
Description
The prophet who prepared the way for Jesus. Baptized in the Jordan River and proclaimed repentance. Beheaded by Herod.
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John the Baptist
Key Events
Birth
Luke 1:57
Life Event
The prophet who prepared the way for Jesus.
Life Event
Baptized in the Jordan River and proclaimed repentance.
Life Event
Beheaded by Herod.
Death
Matthew 14:10
Scripture References
Matthew 3:1
“In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judea,”
John 1:29
“The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.”
Matthew 11:11
“Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.”
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