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Recalling John’s Death(A)

14 At that time Herod, ruler of Galilee, heard the news about Yeshua. He said to his officials, “This is John the Baptizer! He has come back to life. That’s why he has the power to perform these miracles.”

Herod had arrested John, tied him up, and put him in prison. Herod did this for Herodias, the wife of his brother Philip. John had been telling Herod, “It’s not right for you to be married to her.” So Herod wanted to kill John. However, he was afraid of the people because they thought John was a prophet.

When Herod celebrated his birthday, Herodias’ daughter danced for his guests. Herod was so delighted with her that he swore he would give her anything she wanted.

Urged by her mother, she said, “Give me the head of John the Baptizer on a platter.”

The king regretted his promise. But because of his oath and his guests, he ordered that her wish be granted. 10 He had John’s head cut off in prison. 11 So the head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, who took it to her mother.

12 John’s disciples came for the body and buried it. Then they went to tell Yeshua.

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Rumors about Jesus(A)

Herod the ruler heard about everything that was happening. He didn’t know what to make of it. Some people were saying that John had come back to life. Others said that Elijah had appeared, and still others said that one of the prophets from long ago had come back to life.

Herod said, “I had John’s head cut off. Who is this person I’m hearing so much about?” So Herod wanted to see Yeshua.

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