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Scripture is nearly silent regarding John's formative years. Matthew and Mark introduce him in adulthood as the preacher and baptizer, with no account of his past; the Apostle John's gospel account also begins with John's ministry and highlights his aspect as a prophet. Luke is the lone gospel to relate John's birth, and he gives only this passage to conclude the account:

Luke 1:80 - So the child grew and became strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his manifestation to Israel. [NKJV]

The next time we see John in Luke's account, God is calling him to his ministry (Luke 3:2), parallel to the other gospel accounts.

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