John the Baptist, confirmed by Jewish historian Josephus, fulfilled prophecy from Isaiah and was similar to Elijah. John called out many religious leaders of his day for not showing real change indicative of a relationship with God. His baptism of Jesus was an announcement to everyone of who Jesus was as the final prophet anointed the final king.
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