Matthew 14:5

The Text-Critical English New Testament

Although Herod wanted to kill John, he was afraid of the crowd, because they regarded John as a prophet.

Cross References

Matthew 11:9

But what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.

Matthew 21:26

But we are afraid of what the crowd might do if we say, ‘From men,’ for everyone regards John as a prophet.”

Matthew 21:32

For John came to you in the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but tax collectors and prostitutes believed him. Yet even after you saw it, you did not change your minds and believe him.

Luke 20:6

But if we say, ‘From men,’ all the people will stone us, for they are persuaded that John was a prophet.”

Acts 4:21

So after threatening Peter and John further, they released them, finding no way to punish them, because all the people were glorifying God for what had happened.

Acts 5:26

So the captain went with the officers and brought the apostles without the use of force, for they were afraid the people might stone them.