The Morning Psalm

Matthew 14:5

King James Version

And when he would have put him to death, he feared the multitude, because they counted him as a prophet.
Matthew 14:5, KJV

Matthew 14:5 in context

3For Herod had laid hold on John, and bound him, and put him in prison for Herodias’ sake, his brother Philip’s wife.

4For John said unto him, It is not lawful for thee to have her.

5And when he would have put him to death, he feared the multitude, because they counted him as a prophet.

6But when Herod’s birthday was kept, the daughter of Herodias danced before them, and pleased Herod.

7Whereupon he promised with an oath to give her whatsoever she would ask.

About this book

The Gospel of Matthew — summary, themes & key verses

Jesus the promised King — the Gospel that shows how he fulfils the whole Old Testament.