^{21 Ref} And the chance came when Herod on his birthday gave a feast to his lords, and the high captains, and the chief men of Galilee;

^{22 Ref} And when the daughter of Herodias herself came in and did a dance, Herod and those who were at table with him were pleased with her; and the king said to the girl, Make a request for anything and I will give it you.

^{23 Ref} And he took an oath, saying to her, Whatever is your desire I will give it to you, even half of my kingdom.