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They answered, "`John the Baptizer,` but others say, `Elijah,` and others, that one of the old prophets is risen again."
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Popular but Mistaken Identity
Commentators observe that the opinions the disciples reported about Jesus were the same rumors Herod had heard earlier (Luke 9:7–8). This shows that while Jesus had gained widespread public attention, the crowds viewed him as a resurrected great figure from the past—like John the Baptist or Elijah—rather than recognizing his unique identity.
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