Mark 6:20

for Herod feared John , knowing that he was a righteous and holy man , and he kept him safe . When he heard him , he was greatly perplexed , and yet he heard him gladly .

because Herod feared John and protected him, knowing him to be a righteous and holy man. When Herod heard John, he was greatly puzzled; yet he liked to listen to him.

For Herod feared John, knowing that he was a just man and an holy, and observed him; and when he heard him, he did many things, and heard him gladly.