Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

American Standard Version (ASV)

we are of good courage, I say, and are willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be at home with the Lord.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

We are without fear, desiring to be free from the body, and to be with the Lord.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

we are confident, I say, and pleased rather to be absent from the body and present with the Lord.

World English Bible (WEB)

We are of good courage, I say, and are willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be at home with the Lord.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

we have courage, and are well pleased rather to be away from the home of the body, and to be at home with the Lord.