Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

For I will not see you now by the way; but I trust to tarry a while with you, if the Lord permit.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For I do not wish to see you now by the way; for I hope to tarry a while with you, if the Lord permit.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For it is not my desire to see you now, on my way; because it is my hope to be with you for some time, if that is the Lord's pleasure.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

For I will not see you now in passing, for I hope to remain a certain time with you, if the Lord permit.

World English Bible (WEB)

For I do not wish to see you now in passing, but I hope to stay a while with you, if the Lord permits.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

for I do not wish to see you now in the passing, but I hope to remain a certain time with you, if the Lord may permit;