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Why was Jesus baptized if he knew no sin?

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Jesus was baptized to fulfill all righteousness, as an act of obedience and identification with sinners.

Jesus was baptized not for His own need of repentance, but to fulfill all righteousness. This act was a demonstration of His obedience to the Father's will and an identification with the sinners He came to save. By submitting to baptism, Christ shows His solidarity with humanity and takes on the sins of those He represents. This is significant because it portrays His role as the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, preparing for His public ministry and ultimately His sacrifice on the cross.
Scripture References: Matthew 3:13-15, Mark 1:9-11, Isaiah 53

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