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.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
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.
World English Bible (WEB)
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Strong's King James
(8) Now Herod was rejoicing extremely, seeing Yeshua, because he had wanted to see Him for a considerable time for he'd been hearing about Him and hoped to see something, a sign from Him happen.
The F.O.G
The F.O.G Message
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,
Young's Literal Translation
