But if we shall say, Of men; they feared the people: for all men counted John, that he was a prophet indeed.
But if we say John's authority came from people... they were scared to say that because everyone was convinced John was the real deal, a genuine prophet.
Sometimes the truth is so obvious that even the people trying to avoid it know they can't get away with lies.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of Mark 11, Jesus is in Jerusalem during the final days of his ministry, where he is being questioned by the chief priests, scribes, and elders about his authority. They are debating whether to attribute John the Baptist's ministry to human origins or divine ones, fearing the people's backlash because the crowds widely regarded John as a genuine prophet. This scene reflects the growing tension between religious leaders and the popular support for prophetic voices that challenged the status quo.
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