And the king Herod heard of Him, (for His name became famous), and he said, "John the Immerser has risen from the dead; and, because of this, the powers are working in Him."

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."

And, coming in straight-way, in haste, to the king, she asked, saying, "I wish that you would, forthwith, give me on a dish, the head of John the Immerser."

And, though becoming very sorrowful, the king, because of his oaths, and those reclining with him, would not thwart her.

And the king, straightway sending off one of his guard, gave orders to bring his head; and, departing, he beheaded him in the prison,

And Pilate asked Him, "Art Then the King of the Jews?" And He, answering, saith to him, "You say it."

And Pilate answered them, saying, "Do you wish me to release to you the King of the Jews?"

And Pilate, again answering, said to them, "What, then, shall I do to Him Whom ye call the King of the Jews?"

And they began to salute Him, "Hail King of the Jews!"

And the inscription of His accusation was written above Him, "THE KING OF THE JEWS."

Let the Christ, the King of Israel now come down from the cross, that we may see, and believe!" And those who were crucified with Him were reproaching Him.