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Matthew 3:2-4
Worldwide English (New Testament)
Matthew 3:2-4
Worldwide English (New Testament)
2 He said, `Stop doing wrong things and turn back to God! The kingdom of heaven is almost here.'
3 This is the man that Isaiah the prophet of God spoke about long ago. He said, `A man is calling in the wilderness, "Make the way ready for the Lord. Make the road straight for him." '
4 John wore clothes made of camel's hair and a leather belt. He ate locusts and wild honey.
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Matthew 3:2-4
New International Version
Matthew 3:2-4
New International Version
2 and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven(A) has come near.” 3 This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah:
“A voice of one calling in the wilderness,
‘Prepare the way for the Lord,
make straight paths for him.’”[a](B)
4 John’s(C) clothes were made of camel’s hair, and he had a leather belt around his waist.(D) His food was locusts(E) and wild honey.
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- Matthew 3:3 Isaiah 40:3
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