The Death of John the Baptist
14 For ver. 14-29, see Matt. 14:1-12;Luke 9:7-9King Herod heard of it, for Jesus’6:14 Greek his name had become known. Some6:14 Some manuscripts He said, ch. 8:28;Matt. 16:14"John the Baptist6:14 Greek baptizer; also verse 24 has been raised from the dead. That is why these miraculous powers are at work in him." 15 [See ver. 14above] But others said, "He is Elijah." And others said, "He is See Matt. 21:11a prophet, like one of the prophets of old." 16 But when Herod heard of it, he said, "John, whom I beheaded, has been raised."