Mark 1:9 (ESV)ExpositionWhy is Jesus also baptized?ShareInformationReading ListEnglishMark 1:9 (ESV)9 In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.He wants this (see also Matthew 3:1–12), because in this way he can show that he is really united with the people, although he is without sin.
9 In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.