But if we shall say, Of men; they feared the people: for all men counted John, that he was a prophet indeed.
Mark 11:32
King James Version (public domain)
Traditionally attributed to Mark · 1st century AD · Companion of the Apostle Peter
Context
30The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? answer me.
31And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From heaven; he will say, Why then did ye not believe him?
32But if we shall say, Of men; they feared the people: for all men counted John, that he was a prophet indeed.
33And they answered and said unto Jesus, We cannot tell. And Jesus answering saith unto them, Neither do I tell you by what authority I do these things.