Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

For he wist not what to say; for they were sore afraid.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For he knew not what to answer; for they became sore afraid.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Because he was not certain what to say, for they were in great fear.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

For he knew not what he should say, for they were filled with fear.

World English Bible (WEB)

For he didn't know what to say, for they were very afraid.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

for he was not knowing what he might say, for they were greatly afraid.