Read Full Chapterand not only by his arrival, but also by the comfort he had received from you. He told us about your longing, your mourning, and your zeal for me, so that I rejoiced all the more.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
and not by his coming only, but also by the comfort with which he was comforted in you, while he told us of your longing, your mourning, and your zeal for me; so that I rejoiced still more.
World English Bible (WEB)
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Strong's King James
(7) Not only in his presence but rather in the comfort which he comforted upon you. He announced to us your longing desire, your mourning, your enthusiasm for me, so that I rejoiced even more.
The F.O.G
[7] His arrival alone was encouraging enough, but hearing how you comforted him and longing to see me filled me with even greater joy! When he told me about your deep sorrow over sin, your passionate defense of my ministry, and your eager desire to make things right - my joy knew no bounds!
The F.O.G Paraphrase
and not only in his presence, but also in the comfort with which he was comforted over you, declaring to us your longing desire, your lamentation, your zeal for me, so that the more I did rejoice,
Young's Literal Translation
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