Matthew 14:6-11

6But when Herod’s birthday came, the daughter of 1Herodias danced 2before them and pleased 3Herod,

7so much that he promised with an oath to give her whatever she asked.

8And after being prompted by her mother, she said, “Give me the head of John the Baptist here on a platter.”

9And although he was grieved, the king commanded it to be given because of his oaths and 4his dinner guests.

10He sent word and had John beheaded in the prison.

11And his head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, and she brought it to her mother.