‏ John 7:40

 Some of the multitude ( εκ του οχλου ).  Τινες (some) to be supplied, a common Greek idiom.

 Of a truth ( αληθως ). "Truly." See 1:47.

 The prophet ( ο προφητης ). The one promised to Moses (De 18:15) and long expected. See on John 1:21. Proof of the deep impression made by Jesus.

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