^{9 Ref} But why did you go out? to see a prophet? Yes, I say to you, and more than a prophet.

^{10 Ref} This is he of whom it has been said, See, I send my servant before your face, who will make ready your way before you.

^{11 Ref} Truly I say to you, Among the sons of women there has not been a greater than John the Baptist: but he who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.