Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature.

American Standard Version (ASV)

And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the crowd, because he was little of stature.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Made an attempt to get a view of Jesus, and was not able to do so, because of the people, for he was a small man.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

And he sought to see Jesus who he was: and he could not for the crowd, because he was little in stature.

World English Bible (WEB)

He was trying to see who Jesus was, and couldn't because of the crowd, because he was short.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

and he was seeking to see Jesus, who he is, and was not able for the multitude, because in stature he was small,