Matthew 17:10

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

The disciples asked Him, Then why do the scribes say that Elijah must come first?

Cross References

Matthew 11:14

And if you are willing to receive and accept it, John himself is Elijah who was to come [before the kingdom]. [Mal. 4:5.]

Matthew 16:14

And they answered, Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.

Matthew 17:11

He replied, Elijah does come and will get everything restored and ready.

Mark 9:11

And they asked Him, Why do the scribes say that it is necessary for Elijah to come first? [Mal. 4:5, 6.]

John 1:21

They asked him, What then? Are you Elijah? And he said, I am not! Are you the Prophet? And he answered, No! [Deut. 18:15, 18; Mal. 4:5.]

John 1:25

And they asked him, Why then are you baptizing if you are not the Christ, nor Elijah, nor the Prophet?