a voice. There were two voices: the first "Thou art", &c. (Mark 1:11.Luke 3:22; Luke 3:22), while the Spirit in bodily form was descending; the second (introduced by the word "lo"), "this is", &c, after it remained ("abode", John 1:32). This latter speaking is mentioned by John for the same reason as that given in John 12:30. Only one voice at the Transfiguration.
from. out of. Greek. ek. App-104.
My beloved Son. Not Joseph's or Mary's son. My Son, the beloved [Son]. See App-99.
in. See note on "with", Matthew 3:11.
I am, well pleased. I have found delight. Hebrew idiom, as in 2 Samuel 22:20; Psalms 51:16. Compare Isaiah 42:1. Isa 12:18. "This is My beloved Son" was the Divine formula of anointing Messiah for the office of Prophet (Matthew 3:17); also for that of Priest (Matthew 17:5. See App-149); and "Thou art My Son" for that of King (Psalms 2:7; Acts 13:33.Hebrews 1:5; Hebrews 5:5).