Mark 6:20 · KJV

"For 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."

King James Version

Passage Context

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;

²²And when the daughter of the said Herodias came in, and danced, and pleased Herod and them that sat with him, the king said unto the damsel, Ask of me whatsoever thou wilt, and I will give it thee.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to authority when you believe they are wrong?

What does it mean for you to be a just person?

When have you felt conflicted about following your beliefs?

Life Application

faith

Strive to be just and holy in your actions, regardless of external pressures. Seek to live out your faith authentically.

work

In your workplace, be known for your integrity and fairness, even when it is challenging.

People in This Verse

John the BaptistNT

John the Baptist was a prophetic figure who preached repentance and baptized Jesus, heralding the coming of the Messiah.

First appearance: Matthew 3:1

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