He was a burning and a shining light:— This is the character given of Elias, Sir 48:1 and is properly applied by our Lord to John, who came in the spirit and power of Elias, being both a shining light, as he revealed the mysteries of heaven, and a burning light, as he reproved the vices of the Jews with sacred warmth and zeal.
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John 5:35
35 He was a burning and a shining light: and ye were willing for a season to rejoice in his light.