John the Baptist

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Definition

Proper noun A historical and religious figure from the New Testament of the Christian Bible. He is described as a preacher, a hermit, and the forerunner who announced the coming of Jesus Christ, whom he later baptized. He was executed by beheading on the orders of Herod Antipas.

Usage

"John the Baptist" is used as a name to refer specifically to this individual. It is always capitalized. * The prophet John the Baptist lived in the wilderness. * According to the Gospels, Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. * The story of John the Baptist's execution is a well-known biblical narrative.

Advanced Usage
  • The Baptist: Often used alone as a shortened, titular form.
    • The painting depicts the Sermon of the Baptist.
  • In academic or theological writing, he may be referred to as a forerunner or precursor to Christ, emphasizing his prophetic role.
Variants and Related Words
  • Johannine (adj): Pertaining to the Apostle John or John the Baptist (used primarily in scholarly contexts).
  • Baptist (n): When capitalized, can refer to a follower of John the Baptist or a member of a Christian denomination emphasizing baptism. (Note: This is a distinct, related term, not a variant of the name itself).
Synonyms
  • The Forerunner
  • The Precursor
  • John the Forerunner
Idioms and Fixed Phrases
  • A voice of one calling in the wilderness: A phrase originating from descriptions of John the Baptist, used to describe someone who expresses an idea or warning that is not yet heeded by the majority.
    • The scientist felt like a voice calling in the wilderness with her early warnings about climate change.
Noun
  1. (New Testament) a preacher and hermit and forerunner of Jesus (whom he baptized); was beheaded by Herod at the request of Salome

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