John 1:28
These things were done in Bethabara beyond Jordan, where John was baptizing.
Cross-references
John 10:40
Historical context
John 10:40 returns to the same location beyond Jordan where John first baptized, linking back to Bethabara.
John 3:23
Historical context
John 3:23 notes another baptism location of John (Aenon), showing multiple sites where he baptized.
Luke 3:3
Parallel
Luke 3:3 adds that John's baptism was a baptism of repentance for forgiveness, clarifying the purpose of the location at Bethany.
Mark 1:5
Historical context
Mark 1:5 describes John baptizing at the Jordan, the same general area as Bethabara.