He sought (εζητε). Imperfect active. He keep on seeking to see Jesus. The rumours disturbed Herod because he was sure that he had …

Because that it was said of some, . . .—See Notes on Matthew 14:1-2; Mark 6:14–16. In Matthew 14:2, and Mark 6…

St. John Chrysostom: It was not until a long time had passed that Herod took notice of the things Jesus did (to show you the p…

“All that was going on” probably refers to the activities of both Jesus and the disciples on their mission. Herod heard about Jesus’ miracles and h…

And Herod said, John have I beheaded
That is, he had ordered him to be beheaded, and which was accordingly done by t…

Christ sent His twelve disciples out, who by this time were able to teach others what they had received from the Lord. They were not to be anxious …