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As John was fulfilling his course, he said, `What do you suppose that I am? I am not he. But behold, there comes one after me the sandals of whose feet I am not worthy to untie.`
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Commentators emphasize that John the Baptist's greatness was demonstrated in his profound humility. He actively rejected the honor of being the Messiah, declaring himself unworthy to perform even the most menial task for Jesus—untying his sandals. Scholars like John Calvin explain that John did this intentionally to ensure his own reputation would not overshadow Christ's supreme glory, modeling a life that decreases so that Christ may increase.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And as John fulfilled his course. As he was engaged in completing his work. His ministry is called a course or race; tha…
As John was fulfilling his course (ως επληρου Ιωανης τον δρομον). Imperfect active of πληροω, describing his vivid ministry withou…
19th Century
Anglican
And as John fulfilled his course.—Better was fulfilling, the tense implying continuous action.
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