But Herod himself said: "John I beheaded; but who is this of whom I hear such things?" And he endeavored to see him.
Nor did Herod either; for he has sent him back to us. And, as a fact, he has not done anything deserving death;
When Herod saw Jesus, he was exceedingly pleased, for he had been wanting to see him for a long time, having heard a great deal about him; and he was hoping to see some sign given by him.