but I could wish to be present with you now, and to change my tone, for I am perplexed about you.
for Herod feared Yochanan, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and kept him safe. When he heard him, he did many things, and he heard him gladly.
We are pressed on every side, yet not crushed; perplexed, yet not to despair;
For what thanksgiving can we render again to God for you, for all the joy with which we rejoice for your sakes before our God;