and brought his head on a dish, and gave it to the damsel, and the damsel gave it to her mother.

And, having taken hold of the child's hand, He saith to her, "Talitha cumi;" which is, being interpreted, "Damsel, (I say to you), arise."

And straight-way the damsel arose, and walked; for she was twelve years old. And straightway they were amazed with great amazement.

and the daughter of Herodias herself coming in and dancing, it pleased Herod and those reclining at table with him; and the king said to the damsel, "Ask of me whatsoever you wish, and I will give it to you."