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20 because Herod was afraid of John and protected him. He knew that John was a good and holy man. Even though Herod was confused by what John said,[a] he was glad to listen to him. And he often did.

21 Finally, Herodias got her chance when Herod gave a great birthday celebration for himself and invited his officials, his army officers, and the leaders of Galilee. 22 The daughter of Herodias[b] came in and danced for Herod and his guests. She pleased them so much that Herod said, “Ask for anything, and it's yours!

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  1. 6.20 was confused by what John said: Some manuscripts have “did many things because of what John said.”
  2. 6.22 Herodias: Some manuscripts have “Herod.”

20 because Herod feared John and protected him, knowing him to be a righteous and holy man.(A) When Herod heard John, he was greatly puzzled[a]; yet he liked to listen to him.

21 Finally the opportune time came. On his birthday Herod gave a banquet(B) for his high officials and military commanders and the leading men of Galilee.(C) 22 When the daughter of[b] Herodias came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his dinner guests.

The king said to the girl, “Ask me for anything you want, and I’ll give it to you.”

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  1. Mark 6:20 Some early manuscripts he did many things
  2. Mark 6:22 Some early manuscripts When his daughter