Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
John was a lamp that burned and gave light, and you were willing for a season to bask in his light.
World English Bible (WEB)
He was the burning and shining lamp, and you were willing to rejoice for a while in his light.
Strong's King James
He{G1565} was{G2258}{(G5713)} a burning{G2545}{(G5746)} and{G2532} a shining{G5316}{(G5723)} light{G3088}: and{G1161} ye{G5210} were willing{G2309}{(G5656)} for{G4314} a season{G5610} to rejoice{G21}{(G5677)} in{G1722} his{G846} light{G5457}.
The F.O.G *
(35) He was the lamp that burned and shone and you were wanted to rejoice for an hour in his light.
The F.O.G Message *
[35] John was like a bright and shining lamp, and you chose to enjoy his light for a while, celebrating his message until it challenged you too deeply.
Young's Literal Translation
he was the burning and shining lamp, and ye did will to be glad, for an hour, in his light.
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