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Matthew 11:11 net — “I tell you the truth, among those born of women, no one has arisen greater than John the Baptist. Yet the one who is l…

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"“I tell you the truth, among those born of women, no one has arisen greater than John the Baptist. Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he is!"

— Matthew 11:11, NET Bible

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Matthew 11 — Context

8

What did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Look, those who wear soft clothing are in the palaces of kings!

9

What did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet!

10

This is the one about whom it is written:‘Look, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you.’

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“I tell you the truth, among those born of women, no one has arisen greater than John the Baptist. Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he is!

12

From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence, and forceful people lay hold of it.

13

For all the prophets and the law prophesied until John appeared.

14

And if you are willing to accept it, he is Elijah, who is to come.

Matthew 11:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 11:11 say?
Matthew 11:11 in the NET Bible reads: ““I tell you the truth, among those born of women, no one has arisen greater than John the Baptist. Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he is!”
Where is Matthew 11:11 in the Bible?
Matthew 11:11 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 11, verse 11.
Who wrote Matthew?
Matthew is traditionally attributed to Matthew (Levi), tax-collector turned apostle. It was written c. AD 50–70.
What is the book of Matthew about?
Matthew presents Jesus as the long-awaited Jewish Messiah — son of David, son of Abraham, fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. Structured around five great teaching blocks including the Sermon on the Mount, it ends with the risen King commissioning his disciples to make disciples of all nations.
What are the major themes of Matthew?
Matthew explores themes including Kingdom of Heaven, Messiah, Fulfillment, Discipleship, Great Commission. These themes shape the meaning and context of Matthew 11:11.
What translation should I read Matthew 11:11 in?
Matthew 11:11 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Matthew 11:11?
Matthew 11:11 reads (NET): ““I tell you the truth, among those born of women, no one has arisen greater than John the Baptist. Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he is!” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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