Others said that Elijah had appeared, and still others said that one of the prophets from long ago had come back to life.
They answered, “Some say you are John the Baptizer, others Elijah, still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.”
So the disciples asked him, “Why do the experts in Moses’ Teachings say that Elijah must come first?”
Others said, “He is Elijah.” Still others said, “He is a prophet like one of the other prophets.”
They answered him, “Some say you are John the Baptizer, others Elijah, still others one of the prophets.”
They answered, “Some say you are John the Baptizer, others Elijah, and still others say that one of the prophets from long ago has come back to life.”
They asked him, “Well, are you Elijah?” John answered, “No, I’m not.” Then they asked, “Are you the prophet?” John replied, “No.”