John the Baptist[note 1] (c. 6 BC[18] – c. AD 30) was a Jewish preacher active in the area of the Jordan River in the early first century AD. [19][20] He is also known as Saint John the …

St. John the Baptist was a Jewish prophet revered in Christianity as the forerunner of Jesus Christ. He preached the imminence of God’s Final Judgment and baptized those who repented …

Apart from Jesus Christ, John the Baptist is probably the most theologically significant figure in the Gospels. John was that voice crying in the wilderness preparing the way for the coming …

John the Baptist (he was only referred to as such after he began to baptize) was born to a woman in her old age named Elizabeth. God, although she had been barren all her life, healed her so …

Mar 26, 2024 · The general opinion of John the Baptist was that he was a prophet of God (Matthew 14:5), and many people may have thought that he was the Messiah. This was not …

Feb 8, 2024 · John the Baptist is a prominent biblical figure whose role in the New Testament is more than just a predecessor to Jesus. His story includes prophecy, unconventional …

Mar 9, 2021 · John the Baptist (d. c. 30 CE) was a 1st-century CE itinerant preacher in Judea. We do not know his full name, but he is recognized by his activity. 'Baptizer' (Greek: baptizo) was …

Jun 24, 2020 · John the Baptist is a mysterious figure in the New Testament. He was famous in his own day, even before he became the herald of Christ. We even know about him from …

John the Baptist JOHN THE BAPTIST (̓Ιωάννης ὁ Βαπτιστής). Called the “Baptist” (Matt 3:1) and the “baptizer” (Mark 6:14) to differentiate him from others of that name, and to call attention to …

Topical Encyclopedia Introduction: John the Baptist is a pivotal figure in the New Testament, known for his role as the forerunner to Jesus Christ. His life and ministry are chronicled in the …