Mark 6:16
New International Version
But when Herod heard this, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has been raised from the dead!”

New Living Translation
When Herod heard about Jesus, he said, “John, the man I beheaded, has come back from the dead.”

English Standard Version
But when Herod heard of it, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has been raised.”

Berean Standard Bible
But when Herod heard this, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen from the dead!”

Berean Literal Bible
And Herod having heard, was saying, "John, whom I beheaded--he is risen!"

King James Bible
But when Herod heard thereof, he said, It is John, whom I beheaded: he is risen from the dead.

New King James Version
But when Herod heard, he said, “This is John, whom I beheaded; he has been raised from the dead!”

New American Standard Bible
But when Herod heard about it, he kept saying, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen!”

NASB 1995
But when Herod heard of it, he kept saying, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen!”

NASB 1977
But when Herod heard of it, he kept saying, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen!”

Legacy Standard Bible
But when Herod heard it, he kept saying, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen!”

Amplified Bible
But when Herod heard [of it], he kept saying, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen [from the dead]!”

Christian Standard Bible
When Herod heard of it, he said, “John, the one I beheaded, has been raised! ”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When Herod heard of it, he said, “John, the one I beheaded, has been raised!”

American Standard Version
But Herod, when he heard thereof, said, John, whom I beheaded, he is risen.

Contemporary English Version
But when Herod heard about Jesus, he said, "This must be John! I had his head cut off, and now he has come back to life."

English Revised Version
But Herod, when he heard thereof, said, John, whom I beheaded, he is risen.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But when Herod heard about it, he said, "I had John's head cut off, and he has come back to life!"

Good News Translation
When Herod heard it, he said, "He is John the Baptist! I had his head cut off, but he has come back to life!"

International Standard Version
But when Herod heard about it, he said, "John, whom I beheaded, has been raised,"

Majority Standard Bible
But when Herod heard this, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen from the dead!”

NET Bible
But when Herod heard this, he said, "John, whom I beheaded, has been raised!"

New Heart English Bible
But Herod, when he heard this, said, "This is John, whom I beheaded. He has risen."

Webster's Bible Translation
But when Herod heard of him, he said, It is John, whom I beheaded: he hath risen from the dead.

Weymouth New Testament
But when Herod heard of Him, he said, "The John, whom I beheaded, has come back to life."

World English Bible
But Herod, when he heard this, said, “This is John, whom I beheaded. He has risen from the dead.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Herod having heard, said, “He whom I beheaded—John—this is he; he was raised out of the dead.”

Berean Literal Bible
And Herod having heard, was saying, "John, whom I beheaded--he is risen!"

Young's Literal Translation
And Herod having heard, said -- 'He whom I did behead -- John -- this is he; he was raised out of the dead.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And Herod, having heard, said, That John whom I beheaded, this is he; he was raised from the dead.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Which Herod hearing, said: John whom I beheaded, he is risen again from the dead.

Catholic Public Domain Version
When Herod had heard it, he said, “John whom I beheaded, the same has risen again from the dead.”

New American Bible
But when Herod learned of it, he said, “It is John whom I beheaded. He has been raised up.”

New Revised Standard Version
But when Herod heard of it, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has been raised.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But when Herod heard it, he said, John, whom I beheaded; it is he who has risen from the dead.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Now when Herodus heard, he said, “Yohannan, whose head I cut off, has arisen from the grave.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But when Herod heard of him, he said: John, whom I beheaded, has risen from the dead.

Godbey New Testament
But Herod hearing said, That, He is John, whom I beheaded; He is risen from the dead.

Haweis New Testament
But when Herod heard it, he said, This is John whom I beheaded; he is risen from the dead.

Mace New Testament
but Herod, from what he had heard, said, 'tis John himself, whom I caused to be beheaded, who is risen from the dead.

Weymouth New Testament
But when Herod heard of Him, he said, "The John, whom I beheaded, has come back to life."

Worrell New Testament
But Herod, hearing of Him, said, "It is he whom I beheaded, John, the same was raised."

Worsley New Testament
But when Herod heard of Him, he said, it is John whom I beheaded, he is risen from the dead.

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Context
The Beheading of John
15Others were saying, “He is Elijah,” and still others, “He is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old.” 16But when Herod heard this, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen from the dead!” 17For Herod himself had ordered that John be arrested and bound and imprisoned, on account of his brother Philip’s wife Herodias, whom Herod had married.…

Cross References
Matthew 14:1-2
At that time Herod the tetrarch heard the reports about Jesus / and said to his servants, “This is John the Baptist; he has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.”

Luke 9:7-9
When Herod the tetrarch heard about all that was happening, he was perplexed. For some were saying that John had risen from the dead, / others that Elijah had appeared, and still others that a prophet of old had arisen. / “I beheaded John,” Herod said, “but who is this man I hear such things about?” And he kept trying to see Jesus.

Matthew 11:2-6
Meanwhile John heard in prison about the works of Christ, and he sent his disciples / to ask Him, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?” / Jesus replied, “Go back and report to John what you hear and see: ...

John 1:19-23
And this was John’s testimony when the Jews of Jerusalem sent priests and Levites to ask him, “Who are you?” / He did not refuse to confess, but openly declared, “I am not the Christ.” / “Then who are you?” they inquired. “Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.” ...

Matthew 16:14
They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.”

Luke 3:19-20
But when he rebuked Herod the tetrarch regarding his brother’s wife Herodias and all the evils he had done, / Herod added this to them all: He locked John up in prison.

John 3:22-30
After this, Jesus and His disciples went into the Judean countryside, where He spent some time with them and baptized. / Now John was also baptizing at Aenon near Salim, because the water was plentiful there, and people kept coming to be baptized. / (For John had not yet been thrown into prison.) ...

Matthew 17:12-13
But I tell you that Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him, but have done to him whatever they wished. In the same way, the Son of Man will suffer at their hands.” / Then the disciples understood that He was speaking to them about John the Baptist.

Luke 7:18-23
Then John’s disciples informed him about all these things. / So John called two of his disciples and sent them to ask the Lord, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?” / When the men came to Jesus, they said, “John the Baptist sent us to ask, ‘Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?’” ...

John 5:33-36
You have sent to John, and he has testified to the truth. / Even though I do not accept human testimony, I say these things so that you may be saved. / John was a lamp that burned and gave light, and you were willing for a season to bask in his light. ...

2 Kings 2:15-16
When the sons of the prophets who were watching him from Jericho saw what had happened, they said, “The spirit of Elijah rests on Elisha.” And they went to meet him and bowed down to the ground before him. / “Look now,” they said to Elisha, “we your servants have fifty valiant men. Please let them go and search for your master. Perhaps the Spirit of the LORD has taken him up and put him on one of the mountains or in one of the valleys.” “Do not send them,” Elisha replied.

Malachi 4:5-6
Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and awesome Day of the LORD. / And he will turn the hearts of the fathers to their children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers. Otherwise, I will come and strike the land with a curse.”

1 Kings 18:4
for when Jezebel had slaughtered the prophets of the LORD, Obadiah had taken a hundred prophets and hidden them, fifty men per cave, providing them with food and water.)

Jeremiah 1:17-19
Get yourself ready. Stand up and tell them everything that I command you. Do not be intimidated by them, or I will terrify you before them. / Now behold, this day I have made you like a fortified city, an iron pillar, and bronze walls against the whole land—against the kings of Judah, its officials, its priests, and the people of the land. / They will fight against you but will never overcome you, since I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD.

2 Chronicles 24:20-21
Then the Spirit of God came upon Zechariah son of Jehoiada the priest, who stood up before the people and said to them, “This is what God says: ‘Why do you transgress the commandments of the LORD so that you cannot prosper? Because you have forsaken the LORD, He has forsaken you.’” / But they conspired against Zechariah, and by order of the king, they stoned him in the courtyard of the house of the LORD.


Treasury of Scripture

But when Herod heard thereof, he said, It is John, whom I beheaded: he is risen from the dead.

It is.

Genesis 40:10,11
And in the vine were three branches: and it was as though it budded, and her blossoms shot forth; and the clusters thereof brought forth ripe grapes: …

Psalm 53:5
There were they in great fear, where no fear was: for God hath scattered the bones of him that encampeth against thee: thou hast put them to shame, because God hath despised them.

Matthew 14:2
And said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him.

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Mark 6
1. Jesus is a prophet without honor in his own country.
7. He gives the twelve power over unclean spirits.
14. Various opinions of Jesus.
16. John the Baptist is imprisoned, beheaded, and buried.
30. The apostles return from preaching.
34. The miracle of five loaves and two fishes.
45. Jesus walks on the sea;
53. and heals all who touch him.














But when Herod heard this
The phrase "But when Herod heard this" introduces us to Herod Antipas, the tetrarch of Galilee and Perea. Herod was a ruler under Roman authority, known for his political cunning and moral weakness. The context here is Herod's reaction to the news of Jesus' miraculous works and growing reputation. Historically, Herod was a complex figure, often torn between his Jewish identity and Roman allegiance. This phrase sets the stage for Herod's internal conflict and fear, as he grapples with the implications of Jesus' ministry.

he said
The words "he said" indicate Herod's verbal response, which reveals his inner turmoil and guilt. In the Greek, the verb used here is "eipen," which is a simple past tense, suggesting a definitive statement. Herod's declaration is not just a passing thought but a conviction that reflects his troubled conscience. This moment captures the power of spoken words to reveal the heart's condition, as Herod's fear and guilt over John the Baptist's execution come to the forefront.

John, whom I beheaded
"John, whom I beheaded" refers to John the Baptist, a prophet and forerunner of Christ, who was executed by Herod. The phrase underscores Herod's personal responsibility for John's death, highlighting his moral culpability. The act of beheading was a brutal form of execution, often reserved for criminals and political threats. Herod's admission here is significant, as it shows his recognition of John's righteousness and the weight of his own sin. This acknowledgment of guilt is a powerful reminder of the consequences of sin and the haunting nature of a guilty conscience.

has been raised from the dead!
The phrase "has been raised from the dead!" reflects Herod's superstitious fear and misunderstanding of Jesus' identity. In the Jewish context, resurrection was a concept associated with divine intervention and the end times. Herod's exclamation reveals his fear that John has returned to seek vengeance or continue his prophetic mission. This belief in resurrection, though misguided, points to the broader theme of life after death and the power of God to overcome death. Herod's fear contrasts with the Christian hope in the resurrection, which is central to the Gospel message and the promise of eternal life through Christ.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
But when
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

Herod
Ἡρῴδης (Hērōdēs)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2264: Compound of heros and eidos; heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings.

heard this,
Ἀκούσας (Akousas)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 191: To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.

he said,
ἔλεγεν (elegen)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.

“John,
Ἰωάννην (Iōannēn)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2491: Of Hebrew origin; Joannes, the name of four Israelites.

whom
Ὃν (Hon)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

I
ἐγὼ (egō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

beheaded,
ἀπεκεφάλισα (apekephalisa)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 607: To behead. From apo and kephale; to decapitate.

has been raised [from the dead]!”
ἠγέρθη (ēgerthē)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1453: (a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse.


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