Translations
Modern
…how I wish I could be with you now and change my tone, because I am perplexed about you.
Traditional
I desire to be present with you now, and to change my voice; for I stand in doubt of you.
Literal
I was wishing indeed to be present with you now and to change my tone, because I am perplexed as to you.
Latin
…vellem autem esse apud vos modo, et mutare vocem meam: quoniam confundor in vobis.
Original
Greek
English
…how I wish I could be with you now and change my tone, because I am perplexed about you.
Notes
If Paul had been there in person, he could have understood his listeners better and adjusted his message to fit their spiritual and emotional needs. From a distance, he was not sure if his tone would be effective.
After explaining what the Bible teaches, Paul takes a more personal approach. He reminds the Galatians of their close relationship with him.
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Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Faith Letter to the Galatians Peter, Second Letter of