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The child grew, and grew strong in spirit, and was in the desert until the day of his public appearance to Israel.
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Prepared in Obscurity
Commentators explain that John's growth was not just physical but also spiritual and moral, becoming 'strong in spirit.' His thirty years in the desert, away from rabbinic schools and public life, were a deliberate preparation for his unique, God-given ministry. This period of quiet development was essential for his future role.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Waxed strong in spirit. That is, strong in courage, understanding, and good purposes, fitting him for his future work. The word wax
Grew (ηυξανε). Imperfect active, was growing.
Waxed strong (εκραταιουτο). Imperfect again. The child kept …
19th Century
Anglican
And the child grew. We have no materials for filling in this brief outline of the thirty years that followed in the Baptist’s life.
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This brief description of John’s boyhood reflects Luke’s interest in human beings and is paralleled by a similar statement on Jesus’ personal devel…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit That is, John, the son of Zacharias and Elisabeth, grew in stature of…
Zacharias uttered a prophecy concerning the kingdom and salvation of the Messiah. The gospel brings light with it; in it the day dawns. In John the…
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