This section takes place many years later when John the Baptist was an adult and began to preach.

## For this is he who  ##

The pronoun "he" refers to John the Baptist.

## For this is he who was spoken of by Isaiah the prophet, saying  ##

Alternative translation: "For Isaiah the prophet was speaking of John the Baptist when he said." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])

## Make ready the way of the Lord, make his paths straight  ##

This is a metaphor for the message of John the Baptist which calls for the people to prepare to repent. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]]) Alternative translation: "Get ready to change the way you live so your life will be pleasing to God."