Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

What will ye? shall I come unto you with a rod, or in love, and in the spirit of meekness?

American Standard Version (ASV)

What will ye? shall I come unto you with a rod, or in love and a spirit of gentleness?

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

What is your desire? is my coming to be with punishment, or is it to be in love and a gentle spirit?

Darby English Bible (DBY)

What will ye? that I come to you with a rod; or in love, and [in] a spirit of meekness?

World English Bible (WEB)

What do you want? Shall I come to you with a rod, or in love and a spirit of gentleness?

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

what do ye wish? with a rod shall I come unto you, or in love, with a spirit also of meekness?