When was Jesus baptized?
Jesus is baptized by John in the Jordan; the Spirit descends and the Father speaks.
Baptism of Jesus took place c. AD 26 at The Jordan River, near Bethabara, during the Life of Jesus period of Bible history. The account is recorded in Matthew 3:17 (KJV). Jesus is baptized by John in the Jordan; the Spirit descends and the Father speaks.
"And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased." — Matthew 3:17 (KJV)
Jesus came from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him. John forbade Him, but Jesus answered, 'Suffer it to be so now: for thus it becometh us to fulfil all righteousness.' Coming up out of the water, the Spirit descended as a dove and the Father's voice was heard.
c. AD 26
The Jordan River, near Bethabara
Key KJV Scriptures
"And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased."
"And Jesus himself began to be about thirty years of age."
Why It Matters
The baptism is the great public manifestation of the Trinity — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — and the inauguration of Christ's earthly ministry.
Key People
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Jesus baptized if He had no sin?
To 'fulfil all righteousness' (Matthew 3:15) — identifying with His people, being publicly anointed by the Spirit, and inaugurating His ministry.
When did baptism of jesus happen?
Baptism of Jesus is dated c. AD 26, placing it in the Life of Jesus era of biblical history. See Matthew 3:17 (KJV).
Where did baptism of jesus take place?
Scripture places baptism of jesus at The Jordan River, near Bethabara.
Who was involved in baptism of jesus?
The key figures are Jesus, John the Baptist, The Holy Spirit.
Where is baptism of jesus in the Bible?
You can read about it in Matthew 3:17, Luke 3:23 (King James Version).
Why does baptism of jesus matter?
The baptism is the great public manifestation of the Trinity — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — and the inauguration of Christ's earthly ministry.
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