Mat 11:16 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Matt 11:16-19: 11:16-19 John’s prophetic message is represented by funeral songs —he didn’t drink wine and he often fasted (11:18 ; see 3:4 ). Jesus’ message is seen in wedding songs and in feasts and drinks (see 9:9-17 ). In both cases, this generation responds to God’s messenger with indifference and rejection.

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‏ Matthew 11:16

Summary for Matt 11:16-19: 11:16-19 ^a John’s prophetic message is represented by funeral songs—he didn’t drink wine and he often fasted (11:18 ^b; see 3:4 ^c). Jesus’ message is seen in wedding songs and in feasts and drinks (see 9:9-17 ^d). In both cases, this generation responds to God’s messenger with indifference and rejection.