Matthew 14:4-6

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

⁴ For John had said to him, It is not lawful or right for you to have her.^(A)

⁵ Although he wished to have him put to death, he was afraid of the people, for they regarded John as a prophet.

⁶ But when Herod’s birthday came, the daughter of Herodias danced in the midst [before the company] and pleased and fascinated Herod,