John 1:19

And this is the record of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, Who art thou?

Cross-references

John 1:7 Related theme

In John 1:7, it states John came as a witness to the light, setting up the testimony that begins in John 1:19.

John 5:33-36 refers back to John the Baptist's testimony, which is the very testimony introduced in John 1:19—confirming his role as witness.

John 10:24 Parallel

In John 10:24, the Jews similarly demand Jesus tell plainly if he is the Christ, mirroring the question asked of John.

John 8:25 Parallel

In John 8:25, the same 'Who are you?' question is directed at Jesus, creating a parallel with John's interrogation.

In Luke 3:15-18, a parallel account shows people wondering if John is the Christ, and John denies it — reinforcing his testimony.

Acts 13:25 Parallel

In Acts 13:25, Paul recounts John's testimony that he is not the Christ, directly echoing the denial from John 1:19.

Deuteronomy 17:9–11 Historical context

Deuteronomy 17:9-11 establishes the authority of priests and Levites in legal matters, explaining why they were sent to question John in John 1:19.

Matthew 21:23-32 records religious authorities questioning Jesus' authority, mirroring the questioning of John's identity in John 1:19.

Mark 1:3 Allusion

In Mark 1:3, the prophecy of a voice in the wilderness describes John's role, providing the backdrop for the questioning.

Acts 19:4 Related theme

In Acts 19:4, Paul explains John's baptism of repentance pointing to Jesus, complementing the question of John's identity.