Matthew 3:4

And the same John had his raiment of camel's hair, and a leathern girdle about his loins; and his meat was locusts and wild honey.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 3:4

BSB
John wore a garment of camel's hair, with a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey.
AKJV
And the same John had his raiment of camel's hair, and a leather girdle about his loins; and his meat was locusts and wild honey.
CPDV
Now the same John had a garment made from the hair of camels, and a leather belt around his waist. And his food was locusts and wild honey.
ERV
Now John himself had his raiment of camel's hair, and a leathern girdle about his loins; and his food was locusts and wild honey.
NHEB
Now John himself wore clothing made of camel's hair and with a leather belt around his waist, and his food was locusts and wild honey.
SMT
And this John had his garment from camel's hair, and a leather girdle about his loins, and his food was locusts and wild honey.

Commentary for Matthew 3:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 3:4
Summary
Austere lifestyle emphasizing ascetic religious devotion
Place
Judaea wilderness
Event
Description of John's appearance
Estimated Time Period
c. 27-29 AD
Category
Narrative