And he would not willingly have Judas out of his sight: for he loved the man from his heart.
He kept Judas continually in his presence since he became strongly attached to the man.
And Judas always held him dear to the heart, and was favorably inclined toward the man.
And Judas was always dear to him from the heart, and he was well affected to the man.
The two men became the best of friends, and Judas was Nicanor's constant companion.
He kept Judas always in his presence. He had gained a hearty affection for the man.
He and Judas became close friends and spent a lot of time together.