en_tn/mat/03/01.md

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."