9. The king regretted his promise. But because of his oath and his guests, he ordered that her wish be granted.
10. He had John’s head cut off in prison.
11. So the head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, who took it to her mother.
12. John’s disciples came for the body and buried it. Then they went to tell Jesus.
13. When Jesus heard about John, he left in a boat and went to a place where he could be alone. The crowds heard about this and followed him on foot from the cities.