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I'll Have His Head On A Platter
This phrase is used to indicate the intention of destroying an enemy.
It derives from John the Baptist, who had spoken out against King Herod
(who married his brother's wife). This stand got John thrown in prison.
Then, Matthew 14:6-8 says, "When Herod's birthday came, the daughter
of Herodias danced before them and pleased Herod, so much that he promised
her with an oath to give her whatever she asked. Having been prompted
by her mother, she said, 'Give me here on a platter the head of John the
Baptist.'" This resulted in John's martyrdom.
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