BLB(i)
24 And the messengers of John having departed, He began to speak to the crowds concerning John: “What have you gone out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind?
25 But what have you gone out to see? A man arrayed in fine clothing? Behold, those in splendid clothing and living in luxury are in palaces.
26 But what have you gone out to see? A prophet? Yes, I say to you, and one more excellent than a prophet.
27 This is he concerning whom it has been written: ‘Behold, I send My messenger before your face, who will prepare Your way before You.’