Matthew 17:10

Amplified Bible

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 accept it, John himself is [the fulfillment of] Elijah [as the messenger] who was to come [before the kingdom]. [Mal 4:5]

Matthew 16:14

And they answered, “Some say John the Baptist; others, Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah, or [just] one of the prophets.”

Matthew 17:11

He answered and said, “Elijah is coming and will restore all things;

Mark 9:11

They asked Him, saying, “Why do the scribes say that Elijah must come first [before the Messiah comes]?” [Mal 4:5, 6]

John 1:21

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

John 1:25

They asked him, “Why then are you baptizing, if you are not the Christ, nor Elijah, nor the Prophet?”