⁹ But what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and far more than a prophet.^(A)

²⁰ because Herod was in awe^(A) of^[a] John and was protecting him, knowing he was a righteous^(B) and holy^(C) man. When Herod heard him he would be very disturbed,^[b](D) yet would hear him gladly.^(E)