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The synoptic gospels say that John was imprisoned right at the beginning of Jesus' mission then beheaded when the daughter of Herodias, who pleased Antipas with her dancing, asked for John's head on a platter.
The historical account says that John was executed in faraway Macherus and not necessarily by beheading. The marriage took place in 34 CE and Antipas ordered John to be executed in 35 or 36 CE, not because Herodias had wanted his head on a platter but out of fear that he was stirring the Jews up for rebellion. The relevant text from Book 18 of Antiquities of the Jews:
"Now many people came in crowds to him, for they were greatly moved by his words. Herod, who feared that the great influence John had over the masses might put them into his power and enable him to raise a rebellion (for they seemed ready to do anything he should advise), thought it best to put him to death. In this way, he might prevent any mischief John might cause, and not bring himself into difficulties by sparing a man who might make him repent of it when it would be too late. Accordingly John was sent as a prisoner, out of Herod's suspicious temper, to Macherus, the castle I already mentioned, and was put to death."
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When was The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist - Caravaggio - created?
The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist - Caravaggio - was created in 1608.
Where St John the Baptist die?
According to the jewish historian Flavius Josephus, John the Baptist's beheading took place in the fortress of Machaerus.
Where in the Bible is John the Baptist's beheading?
The accounts are in Matthew 14:1-12 and Mark 6:14-29.
What is Matthew 14 about?
Matthew is the first book of the King James Version of the Holy Bible. It is a Gospel. Matthew 14 details the beheading of John the Baptist.
What happened to John the Baptist's body?
There are relics of John the Baptist in a number of churches throughout Europe. The strange thing is that about 5 or 6 churches claim to have the head of John the Baptist. Perhaps one is the head of John as a baby, one as a child, one as a teen and so forth?
Where is Macherus in John's time?
Likely, it was a fortress located on a ridge that overlooks the Dead Sea. The was a "Summer home" of sorts for Herod and, according to Josephus, was the location of John the Baptist's imprisonment and subsequent execution by beheading.
When did Saint John live?
Which John? There are more than 100 saints named John.St. John (The Baptist)* Born: 5 B.C. * Birthplace: Judea * Died:c. 33 A.D. (beheading) * Best Known As: The man who "prepared the way" for Jesus of Nazareth
Are there two salome's?
Yes, there are two figures commonly referred to as Salome in historical and biblical contexts. The first is Salome, the daughter of Herodias, known for her dance that led to the beheading of John the Baptist. The second is Salome, a follower of Jesus mentioned in the New Testament, often identified as one of the women who witnessed the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ.
What did Saint Andrew do as a young adult that changed him?
He became a disciple of St. John the Baptist who, eventually, led him to Jesus.
When did Saint John Paul the Baptist become a saint?
There is a St. John the Baptist but no St. John Paul the Baptist.
Who was John the Baptist's wife?
John the Baptist was never married.
Who Baptisted John the Baptist?
Actually nobody did baptize John the Baptist.
