New Testament · SCRIPTURE
Matthew 3:15
Compare this verse across Bible translations. BLB includes New Testament text only (publisher draft).
Berean Standard Bible
“Let it be so now,” Jesus replied. “It is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness in this way.” Then John permitted Him.
King James Version
And Jesus answering said unto him, Suffer [ it to be so] now: for thus it becometh us to fulfil all righteousness. Then he suffered him.
World English Bible
But Jesus, answering, said to him, “Allow it now, for this is the fitting way for us to fulfill all righteousness.” Then he allowed him.
American Standard Version
But Jesus answering said unto him, Suffer [it] now: for thus it becometh us to fulfil all righteousness. Then he suffereth him.
Berean Literal Bible
But answering, Jesus said to him, “Permit [it] presently; for thus it is fitting to us to fulfill all righteousness.” Then he permits Him.
READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Matthew 3
13 At that time Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John.
14 But John tried to prevent Him, saying, “I need to be baptized by You, and do You come to me?”
17 And a voice from heaven said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased!”
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