Hence, the Scriptures cover the first 30 years of John’s life in a single verse: “The young child went on growing and getting strong in spirit, and he continued in the deserts until the day of showing himself openly to Israel. ” ​ — Luke 1: 80.
Ja ta oli kõrbes selle päevani, mil ta esines Iisraelile. ” — Luuka 1: 80.