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From what he had heard about him, he hoped to see him perform a sign of some sort. <a href="/nlt/luke/23.htm">New Living Translation</a> Herod was delighted at the opportunity to see Jesus, because he had heard about him and had been hoping for a long time to see him perform a miracle. <a href="/esv/luke/23.htm">English Standard Version</a> When Herod saw Jesus, he was very glad, for he had long desired to see him, because he had heard about him, and he was hoping to see some sign done by him. <a href="/bsb/luke/23.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> When Herod saw Jesus, he was greatly pleased. He had wanted to see Him for a long time, because he had heard about Him and was hoping to see Him perform a miracle. <a href="/blb/luke/23.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And Herod, having seen Jesus, was exceedingly glad; for of a long time he is wishing to see Him, because of hearing concerning Him; and he was hoping to see some sign done by Him. <a href="/kjv/luke/23.htm">King James Bible</a> And when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceeding glad: for he was desirous to see him of a long season, because he had heard many things of him; and he hoped to have seen some miracle done by him. <a href="/nkjv/luke/23.htm">New King James Version</a> Now when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceedingly glad; for he had desired for a long time to see Him, because he had heard many things about Him, and he hoped to see some miracle done by Him. <a href="/nasb_/luke/23.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Now Herod was overjoyed when he saw Jesus; for he had wanted to see Him for a long time, because he had been hearing about Him and was hoping to see some sign performed by Him. <a href="/nasb/luke/23.htm">NASB 1995</a> Now Herod was very glad when he saw Jesus; for he had wanted to see Him for a long time, because he had been hearing about Him and was hoping to see some sign performed by Him. <a href="/nasb77/luke/23.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Now Herod was very glad when he saw Jesus; for he had wanted to see Him for a long time, because he had been hearing about Him and was hoping to see some sign performed by Him. <a href="/lsb/luke/23.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Now when Herod saw Jesus, he rejoiced greatly; for he had wanted to see Him for a long time, because he had been hearing about Him and was hoping to see some sign performed by Him. <a href="/amp/luke/23.htm">Amplified Bible</a> When Herod saw Jesus, he was exceedingly pleased. He had wanted to see Him for a long time because of what he had heard about Him, and was hoping to see some [miraculous] sign [even something spectacular] done by Him. <a href="/csb/luke/23.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Herod was very glad to see Jesus; for a long time he had wanted to see him because he had heard about him and was hoping to see some miracle performed by him. <a href="/hcsb/luke/23.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Herod was very glad to see Jesus; for a long time he had wanted to see Him because he had heard about Him and was hoping to see some miracle performed by Him. <a href="/asv/luke/23.htm">American Standard Version</a> Now when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceeding glad: for he was of a long time desirous to see him, because he had heard concerning him; and he hoped to see some miracle done by him. <a href="/cev/luke/23.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> For a long time Herod had wanted to see Jesus and was very happy because he finally had this chance. He had heard many things about Jesus and hoped to see him work a miracle. <a href="/erv/luke/23.htm">English Revised Version</a> Now when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceeding glad: for he was of a long time desirous to see him, because he had heard concerning him; and he hoped to see some miracle done by him. <a href="/gwt/luke/23.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Herod was very pleased to see Jesus. For a long time he had wanted to see him. He had heard about Jesus and hoped to see him perform some kind of miracle. <a href="/gnt/luke/23.htm">Good News Translation</a> Herod was very pleased when he saw Jesus, because he had heard about him and had been wanting to see him for a long time. He was hoping to see Jesus perform some miracle. <a href="/isv/luke/23.htm">International Standard Version</a> Now Herod was very glad to see Jesus, because he had been wanting to see him for a long time on account of what he had heard about him. He was also hoping to see some sign done by him. <a href="/msb/luke/23.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> When Herod saw Jesus, he was greatly pleased. He had wanted to see Him for a long time, because he had heard many things about Him and was hoping to see Him perform a miracle. <a href="/net/luke/23.htm">NET Bible</a> When Herod saw Jesus, he was very glad, for he had long desired to see him, because he had heard about him and was hoping to see him perform some miraculous sign. <a href="/nheb/luke/23.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Now when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceedingly glad, for he had wanted to see him for a long time, because he had heard about him. He hoped to see some miracle done by him. <a href="/wbt/luke/23.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceeding glad: for he had been for a long time, desirous to see him, because he had heard many things of him; and he hoped to see some miracle done by him. <a href="/wey/luke/23.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> To Herod the sight of Jesus was a great gratification, for, for a long time, he had been wanting to see Him, because he had heard so much about Him. He hoped also to see some miracle performed by Him. <a href="/web/luke/23.htm">World English Bible</a> Now when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceedingly glad, for he had wanted to see him for a long time, because he had heard many things about him. He hoped to see some miracle done by him. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/23.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And Herod rejoiced exceedingly having seen Jesus, for he was wishing to see Him for a long [time], because of hearing many things about Him, and he was hoping to see some sign done by Him, <a href="/blb/luke/23.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And Herod, having seen Jesus, was exceedingly glad; for of a long time he is wishing to see Him, because of hearing concerning Him; and he was hoping to see some sign done by Him. <a href="/ylt/luke/23.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And Herod having seen Jesus did rejoice exceedingly, for he was wishing for a long time to see him, because of hearing many things about him, and he was hoping some sign to see done by him, <a href="/slt/luke/23.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And Herod having seen Jesus, rejoiced greatly: for he was wishing a long while since to see him, for hearing many things of him: and he hoped to see some sign done by him.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/23.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And Herod, seeing Jesus, was very glad; for he was desirous of a long time to see him, because he had heard many things of him; and he hoped to see some sign wrought by him. <a href="/cpdv/luke/23.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Then Herod, upon seeing Jesus, was very glad. For he had been wanting to see him for a long time, because he had heard so many things about him, and he was hoping to see some kind of sign wrought by him. <a href="/nabre/luke/23.htm">New American Bible</a> Herod was very glad to see Jesus; he had been wanting to see him for a long time, for he had heard about him and had been hoping to see him perform some sign. <a href="/nrsvce/luke/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> When Herod saw Jesus, he was very glad, for he had been wanting to see him for a long time, because he had heard about him and was hoping to see him perform some sign.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> When Herod saw Jesus he was exceedingly glad, for he had wanted to see him for a long time, because he had heard many things concerning him; and he hoped to see some miracle by him. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/23.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Now when Herodus saw Yeshua, he was very glad, for he had wanted to see him for a long time, because he had heard many things about him and he had hoped to see some sign from him.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/23.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> When Herod saw Jesus, he rejoiced greatly; for he had, for a long time, desired to see him, because he had heard many things of him; and he hoped to see some sign done by him. <a href="/godbey/luke/23.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And Herod seeing Jesus, rejoiced exceedingly: for from a long time, wishing to see Him, because He was hearing about Him; and he was hoping to see some miracle wrought by Him. <a href="/haweis/luke/23.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Now when Herod saw Jesus, he was vastly delighted: for he had been long desirous to see him, because he had heard many things of him; and he hoped to see some miracle wrought by him. <a href="/mace/luke/23.htm">Mace New Testament</a> When Herod saw Jesus he was extremely pleased; for he had long desired to see him, having heard much of him, and hoped to see him perform some miracle. <a href="/wey/luke/23.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> To Herod the sight of Jesus was a great gratification, for, for a long time, he had been wanting to see Him, because he had heard so much about Him. He hoped also to see some miracle performed by Him. <a href="/worrell/luke/23.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Now Herod, seeing Jesus, rejoiced exceedingly; for he was wishing for a long time to see Him, because he had heard concerning Him; and he was hoping to see some sign wrought by Him. <a href="/worsley/luke/23.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And Herod, when he saw Jesus, was very glad; for he had of a long time been desirous to see Him, because he had heard much of Him, and he hoped to see some miracle wrought by Him. <a href="/parallel/luke/23-8.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=9099" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/luke/23.htm">Jesus Before Herod</a> 7And learning that Jesus was under Herod’s jurisdiction, he sent Him to Herod, who himself was in Jerusalem at that time. 8<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">When</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: Ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2264.htm" title="2264: Hērōdēs (N-NMS) -- Compound of heros and eidos; heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings.">Herod</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: idōn (V-APA-NMS) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">saw</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsoun (N-AMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus,</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ēn (V-IIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">he was</a> <a href="/greek/3029.htm" title="3029: lian (Adv) -- Very; very much, exceedingly, greatly. Of uncertain affinity; much.">greatly</a> <a href="/greek/5463.htm" title="5463: echarē (V-AIP-3S) -- A primary verb; to be cheer ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well.">pleased.</a> <a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason."></a> <a href="/greek/2309.htm" title="2309: thelōn (V-PPA-NMS) -- To will, wish, desire, be willing, intend, design. ">He had wanted</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: idein (V-ANA) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">to see</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: auton (PPro-AM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Him</a> <a href="/greek/1537.htm" title="1537: ex (Prep) -- From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.">for</a> <a href="/greek/2425.htm" title="2425: hikanōn (Adj-GMP) -- From hiko; competent, i.e. Ample or fit.">a long</a> <a href="/greek/5550.htm" title="5550: chronōn (N-GMP) -- A space of time or interval; by extension, an individual opportunity; by implication, delay.">time,</a> <a href="/greek/1223.htm" title="1223: dia (Prep) -- A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.">because</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: to (Art-ANS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/191.htm" title="191: akouein (V-PNA) -- To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.">he had heard</a> <a href="/greek/4012.htm" title="4012: peri (Prep) -- From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time.">about</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Him</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1679.htm" title="1679: ēlpizen (V-IIA-3S) -- To hope, hope for, expect, trust. From elpis; to expect or confide.">was hoping</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: idein (V-ANA) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">to see</a> <a href="/greek/5259.htm" title="5259: hyp’ (Prep) -- A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when)."></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Him</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: ginomenon (V-PPM/P-ANS) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">perform</a> <a href="/greek/5100.htm" title="5100: ti (IPro-ANS) -- Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.">a</a> <a href="/greek/4592.htm" title="4592: sēmeion (N-ANS) -- Neuter of a presumed derivative of the base of semaino; an indication, especially ceremonially or supernaturally.">miracle.</a> 9Herod questioned Jesus at great length, but He gave no answer.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/14-1.htm">Matthew 14:1-2</a> At that time Herod the tetrarch heard the reports about Jesus / and said to his servants, “This is John the Baptist; he has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.” <a href="/mark/6-14.htm">Mark 6:14-16</a> Now King Herod heard about this, for Jesus’ name had become well known, and people were saying, “John the Baptist has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.” / Others were saying, “He is Elijah,” and still others, “He is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old.” / But when Herod heard this, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen from the dead!” <a href="/matthew/2-1.htm">Matthew 2:1-3</a> After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, / asking, “Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” / When King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. <a href="/luke/9-7.htm">Luke 9:7-9</a> When Herod the tetrarch heard about all that was happening, he was perplexed. For some were saying that John had risen from the dead, / others that Elijah had appeared, and still others that a prophet of old had arisen. / “I beheaded John,” Herod said, “but who is this man I hear such things about?” And he kept trying to see Jesus. <a href="/john/4-47.htm">John 4:47-48</a> When he heard that Jesus had come from Judea to Galilee, he went and begged Him to come down and heal his son, who was about to die. / Jesus said to him, “Unless you people see signs and wonders, you will never believe.” <a href="/acts/8-9.htm">Acts 8:9-11</a> Prior to that time, a man named Simon had practiced sorcery in the city and astounded the people of Samaria. He claimed to be someone great, / and all the people, from the least to the greatest, heeded his words and said, “This man is the divine power called the Great Power.” / They paid close attention to him because he had astounded them for a long time with his sorcery. <a href="/matthew/12-38.htm">Matthew 12:38-39</a> Then some of the scribes and Pharisees said to Him, “Teacher, we want to see a sign from You.” / Jesus replied, “A wicked and adulterous generation demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of the prophet Jonah. <a href="/john/6-14.htm">John 6:14-15</a> When the people saw the sign that Jesus had performed, they began to say, “Truly this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.” / Then Jesus, realizing that they were about to come and make Him king by force, withdrew again to a mountain by Himself. <a href="/1_kings/10-1.htm">1 Kings 10:1-2</a> Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to test him with difficult questions. / She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in great abundance, and precious stones. And she came to Solomon and spoke to him all that was on her mind. <a href="/2_kings/5-5.htm">2 Kings 5:5-6</a> “Go now,” said the king of Aram, “and I will send you with a letter to the king of Israel.” So Naaman departed, taking with him ten talents of silver, six thousand shekels of gold, and ten sets of clothing. / And the letter that he took to the king of Israel stated: “With this letter I am sending my servant Naaman, so that you may cure him of his leprosy.” <a href="/matthew/16-1.htm">Matthew 16:1-4</a> Then the Pharisees and Sadducees came and tested Jesus by asking Him to show them a sign from heaven. / But He replied, “When evening comes, you say, ‘The weather will be fair, for the sky is red,’ / and in the morning, ‘Today it will be stormy, for the sky is red and overcast.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but not the signs of the times. ... <a href="/john/12-18.htm">John 12:18-19</a> That is also why the crowd went out to meet Him, because they heard that He had performed this sign. / Then the Pharisees said to one another, “You can see that this is doing you no good. Look how the whole world has gone after Him!” <a href="/acts/13-6.htm">Acts 13:6-8</a> They traveled through the whole island as far as Paphos, where they found a Jewish sorcerer and false prophet named Bar-Jesus, / an attendant of the proconsul, Sergius Paulus. The proconsul, a man of intelligence, summoned Barnabas and Saul because he wanted to hear the word of God. / But Elymas the sorcerer (for that is what his name means) opposed them and tried to turn the proconsul from the faith. <a href="/1_samuel/28-7.htm">1 Samuel 28:7-8</a> Then Saul said to his servants, “Find me a woman who is a medium, so I can go and consult her.” “There is a medium at Endor,” his servants replied. / So Saul disguised himself by putting on different clothes, and he set out with two of his men. They came to the woman at night, and Saul said, “Consult a spirit for me. Bring up for me the one I name.” <a href="/daniel/5-7.htm">Daniel 5:7-9</a> The king called out for the enchanters, astrologers, and diviners to be brought in, and he said to these wise men of Babylon, “Whoever reads this inscription and tells me its interpretation will be clothed in purple and have a gold chain placed around his neck, and he will be made the third highest ruler in the kingdom.” / So all the king’s wise men came in, but they could not read the inscription or interpret it for him. / Then King Belshazzar became even more terrified, his face grew even more pale, and his nobles were bewildered.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceeding glad: for he was desirous to see him of a long season, because he had heard many things of him; and he hoped to have seen some miracle done by him.for.<a href="/luke/9-7.htm">Luke 9:7-9</a> Now Herod the tetrarch heard of all that was done by him: and he was perplexed, because that it was said of some, that John was risen from the dead; … <a href="/matthew/14-1.htm">Matthew 14:1</a> At that time Herod the tetrarch heard of the fame of Jesus,<a href="/mark/6-14.htm">Mark 6:14</a> And king Herod heard of him; (for his name was spread abroad:) and he said, That John the Baptist was risen from the dead, and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him.and he.<a href="/luke/4-23.htm">Luke 4:23</a> And he said unto them, Ye will surely say unto me this proverb, Physician, heal thyself: whatsoever we have heard done in Capernaum, do also here in thy country.<a href="/2_kings/5-3.htm">2 Kings 5:3-6,11</a> And she said unto her mistress, Would God my lord were with the prophet that is in Samaria! 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Herod Antipas, the tetrarch of Galilee and Perea, was the son of Herod the Great. Known for his role in the execution of John the Baptist, Herod was a ruler who sought to maintain his power through political maneuvering. His pleasure at seeing Jesus was not due to spiritual insight or reverence but rather curiosity and entertainment. Herod's interest in Jesus was superficial, reflecting a desire for spectacle rather than truth. This encounter highlights the contrast between worldly power and the spiritual kingdom Jesus proclaimed.He had wanted to see Him for a long time, Herod's longstanding desire to see Jesus suggests that Jesus' reputation had spread widely, even reaching the ears of political leaders. This desire was not born out of faith or repentance but rather a fascination with Jesus' fame and the reports of His miraculous works. Herod's interest was similar to that of many who followed Jesus for signs and wonders rather than His teachings. This phrase underscores the widespread impact of Jesus' ministry and the varied responses it elicited.because he had heard about Him The fame of Jesus had permeated the region, and Herod had likely heard reports of His teachings, miracles, and growing following. This reflects the historical context of Jesus' ministry, where news traveled through word of mouth and the testimony of those who witnessed His works. Herod's knowledge of Jesus was secondhand, lacking personal encounter or understanding of His true mission. This phrase illustrates the difference between hearing about Jesus and truly knowing Him.and was hoping to see Him perform a miracle. Herod's hope to witness a miracle reveals his misunderstanding of Jesus' purpose. He viewed Jesus as a performer of wonders rather than the Messiah bringing salvation. This expectation of a miracle for entertainment or proof is reminiscent of the temptations Jesus faced in the wilderness, where He was challenged to demonstrate His power for self-serving purposes. Herod's desire for a miracle reflects a common human tendency to seek signs rather than faith, a theme addressed throughout the Gospels.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/h/herod_antipas.htm">Herod Antipas</a> The tetrarch of Galilee and Perea, Herod was a ruler known for his moral weaknesses and political cunning. He had previously ordered the beheading of John the Baptist and was curious about Jesus, having heard of His miracles. 2. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The central figure of the New Testament, Jesus is the Messiah and Son of God. In this passage, He is brought before Herod during His trial before His crucifixion. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_trial_of_jesus.htm">The Trial of Jesus</a> This event is part of the series of trials Jesus faced before His crucifixion. Herod's encounter with Jesus is one of the stages in this judicial process. 4. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> The city where these events take place, Jerusalem is the religious and political center of Jewish life at the time. 5. <a href="/topical/s/signs_and_miracles.htm">Signs and Miracles</a> Herod's interest in Jesus was largely due to the reports of His miraculous works, which Herod hoped to witness firsthand.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/c/curiosity_vs._faith.htm">Curiosity vs. Faith</a> Herod's interest in Jesus was based on curiosity and a desire for entertainment rather than genuine faith. True faith seeks a relationship with Christ, not just signs and wonders. <a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_superficial_interest.htm">The Danger of Superficial Interest</a> Herod's desire to see a miracle reflects a superficial interest in Jesus. Believers are called to seek a deeper understanding and relationship with Christ beyond mere fascination. <a href="/topical/t/the_sovereignty_of_jesus.htm">The Sovereignty of Jesus</a> Despite being on trial, Jesus remains in control, choosing not to perform a miracle for Herod. This demonstrates His sovereignty and purpose, even in the face of human authority. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_signs_and_wonders.htm">The Role of Signs and Wonders</a> While miracles can point to the divine nature of Jesus, they are not the foundation of faith. Believers are encouraged to build their faith on the teachings and person of Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_23.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 23</a> <a href="/q/key_events_in_jesus'_trials.htm">What were the key events in Jesus' trials?</a> <a href="/q/who_was_herod_agrippa_i.htm">Who was Herod Antipas in biblical history?</a> <a href="/q/what_happened_on_day_6.htm">What events occurred on Day 6 of the journey?</a> <a href="/q/who_was_herod_antipas_biblically.htm">Who was Herod Antipas in biblical history?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/luke/23.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(8) He was desirous to see him of a long season.--The vague feeling of wonder had begun soon after the death of the Baptist. (See Notes on <a href="/matthew/14-2.htm" title="And said to his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do show forth themselves in him.">Matthew 14:2</a>; <a href="/mark/6-14.htm" title="And king Herod heard of him; (for his name was spread abroad:) and he said, That John the Baptist was risen from the dead, and therefore mighty works do show forth themselves in him.">Mark 6:14</a>.) It had its beginning in hearing of wonders; it ended in a desire to see one. It was mingled, possibly, with a feeling of bitter enmity which no miracle could remove. (See Note on <a href="/luke/13-31.htm" title="The same day there came certain of the Pharisees, saying to him, Get you out, and depart hence: for Herod will kill you.">Luke 13:31</a>.)<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/luke/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 8 - And when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceeding glad: for he was desirous to see him of a long season, because he had heard many things of him; and he hoped to have seen some miracle done by him. This was Herod Antipas, the slayer of John the Baptist. He was at that time living in open incest with that princess Herodias concerning whom the Baptist had administered the public rebuke which had led to his arrest and subsequent execution. Godet graphically sums up the situation: "Jesus was to Herod Antipas what a juggler is to a sated court - an object of curiosity. But Jesus did not lend himself to such a part; he had neither words nor miracles for a man so disposed, in whom, besides, he saw with horror the murderer of John the Baptist. Before this personage, a monstrous mixture of bloody levity and sombre superstition, he maintained a silence which even the accusation of the Sanhedrin (ver. 10) could not lead him to break. Herod, wounded and humiliated, took vengeance on this conduct by contempt." <a href="/commentaries/luke/23-8.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>When δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. Herod Ἡρῴδης (Hērōdēs) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2264.htm">Strong's 2264: </a> Compound of heros and eidos; heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings. saw ἰδὼν (idōn) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. Jesus, Ἰησοῦν (Iēsoun) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. he was ἦν (ēn) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. greatly λίαν (lian) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3029.htm">Strong's 3029: </a> Very; very much, exceedingly, greatly. Of uncertain affinity; much. pleased. ἐχάρη (echarē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5463.htm">Strong's 5463: </a> A primary verb; to be 'cheer'ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well. He had wanted θέλων (thelōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2309.htm">Strong's 2309: </a> To will, wish, desire, be willing, intend, design. to see ἰδεῖν (idein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. Him αὐτὸν (auton) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. for ἐξ (ex) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1537.htm">Strong's 1537: </a> From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. a long ἱκανῶν (hikanōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2425.htm">Strong's 2425: </a> From hiko; competent, i.e. Ample or fit. time, χρόνων (chronōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5550.htm">Strong's 5550: </a> A space of time or interval; by extension, an individual opportunity; by implication, delay. because διὰ (dia) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1223.htm">Strong's 1223: </a> A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through. he had heard ἀκούειν (akouein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. about περὶ (peri) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4012.htm">Strong's 4012: </a> From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time. Him αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. was hoping ἤλπιζέν (ēlpizen) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1679.htm">Strong's 1679: </a> To hope, hope for, expect, trust. From elpis; to expect or confide. to see ἰδεῖν (idein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. Him αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. perform γινόμενον (ginomenon) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. a τι (ti) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5100.htm">Strong's 5100: </a> Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object. miracle. σημεῖον (sēmeion) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4592.htm">Strong's 4592: </a> Neuter of a presumed derivative of the base of semaino; an indication, especially ceremonially or supernaturally. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/luke/23-8.htm">Luke 23:8 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/luke/23-8.htm">NT Gospels: Luke 23:8 Now when Herod saw Jesus he was (Luke Lu Lk) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/luke/23-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Luke 23:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Luke 23:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/luke/23-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Luke 23:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Luke 23:9" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>