Mark 6:19 · KJV

"Therefore Herodias had a quarrel against him, and would have killed him; but she could not:"

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁷For Herod himself had sent forth and laid hold upon John, and bound him in prison for Herodias' sake, his brother Philip's wife: for he had married her.

¹⁸For John had said unto Herod, It is not lawful for thee to have thy brother's wife.

¹⁹Therefore Herodias had a quarrel against him, and would have killed him; but she could not:

²⁰For Herod feared John, knowing that he was a just man and an holy, and observed him; and when he heard him, he did many things, and heard him gladly.

²¹And when a convenient day was come, that Herod on his birthday made a supper to his lords, high captains, and chief estates of Galilee;

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Reflection Questions

How do you handle conflicts with others?

What does it mean for you to stand for truth, even when it's difficult?

When have you faced opposition for your beliefs?

Life Application

relationships

Reflect on how you can address conflicts in a constructive way. Seek to resolve issues rather than letting them fester.

faith

Be courageous in speaking the truth, even when it may lead to conflict.

People in This Verse

HerodiasNT

Herodias was the wife of Herod Antipas and played a significant role in the events leading to John's imprisonment and execution. Her desire for revenge against John highlights the dangers of unchecked ambition.

First appearance: Mark 6:17

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