Matthew 14:5

And when he would have put him to death, he feared the multitude, because they counted him as a prophet.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 14:5

BSB
Although Herod wanted to kill John, he was afraid of the people, because they regarded John as a prophet.
AKJV
And when he would have put him to death, he feared the multitude, because they counted him as a prophet.
CPDV
And though he wanted to kill him, he feared the people, because they held him to be a prophet.
ERV
And when he would have put him to death, he feared the multitude, because they counted him as a prophet.
NHEB
And though he wanted to kill him, he feared the crowd because they regarded him as a prophet.
SMT
And wishing to kill him, he was afraid of the crowd, because they held John as a prophet.

Commentary for Matthew 14:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 14:5
Summary
Herod feared killing John because crowds revered him
Place
Herod's palace
Event
Herod fears executing John
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Narrative