How was John the Baptist similar to Jesus?

Several factors link John the Baptist and Jesus:

• They were relatives.
• Both had miraculous births (John's mother, Elizabeth was past child-bearing age, and Mary was a young virgin).
• Both were prophesized by Malachi and their births were foretold by angels.
• Both were preachers of repentance.
• Both had disciples.
• Both were ultimately arrested and put to death.