Mat 14:9 | MHM | STEP | v. 9 : And the king was sorry: nevertheless for the oath’s sake, and them which sat with him at meat, he commanded it to be given her. Herod was upset, but because he had made a public promise and didn’t want to look weak in front of his guests, he agreed to the terrible request (Matthew 14:9 ).

‏ Matthew 14:9

v. 9: And the king was sorry: nevertheless for the oath’s sake, and them which sat with him at meat, he commanded it to be given her. Herod was upset, but because he had made a public promise and didn’t want to look weak in front of his guests, he agreed to the terrible request (Matthew 14:9 ^a).