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From Symbol to Substance
Commentators explain that John the Baptist's water baptism was a powerful symbol, but it was intentionally presented as a precursor to something far greater. Jesus's baptism with the Holy Spirit is the spiritual reality that John's actions only pointed toward, highlighting the immense superiority of Christ's ministry.
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AT Robertson
On Mark 1:8
With water (υδατ). So Luke (Luke 3:16) the locative case,
in water . Matthew ([Reference Matth…
Charles Ellicott
On Mark 1:8
19th Century
Bishop
I indeed have baptized you with water.—See Note on Matthew 3:11. St. Mark omits the “fire” which St. Matthew joins with the Holy Spirit, p…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 1:8
In Mark’s account John’s message is brief, focusing on the coming of the Mighty One who will baptize with the Holy Spirit. So great is this Mighty …
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John Gill
On Mark 1:8
17th Century
Pastor
I indeed have baptized you with water
This was spoken to the baptized persons, partly to take off their dependence u…
Matthew Henry
On Mark 1:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Isaiah and Malachi each spoke concerning the beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, in the ministry of John. From these prophets we may observe t…