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Herod lowers his eyes in grief after hearing the daughter’s request.
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Matthew 14:9

A Grieved King Commands

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Story guide: Herod lowers his eyes in grief, then gives the guard the command to fulfill the daughter’s request.

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9And the king, though grieved, because of his oaths and those dining with him, commanded it to be given.

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