Luke 7:4

Translations

King James Version (KJV)

And when they came to Jesus, they sought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this:

American King James Version (AKJV)

And when they came to Jesus, they sought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this:

American Standard Version (ASV)

And they, when they came to Jesus, besought him earnestly, saying, He is worthy that thou shouldest do this for him;

Basic English Translation (BBE)

And they, when they came to Jesus, made their request warmly, saying,

Webster's Revision

And when they came to Jesus, they besought him earnestly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this:

World English Bible

When they came to Jesus, they begged him earnestly, saying, "He is worthy for you to do this for him,

English Revised Version (ERV)

And they, when they came to Jesus, besought him earnestly, saying, He is worthy that thou shouldest do this for him:

Definitions for Luke 7:4

Besought - Entreated; asked; called.
Instantly - Earnestly.

Barnes's Luke 7:4 Bible Commentary

They besought him instantly - Urgently or earnestly.

He was worthy - The centurion. He had showed favor to the Jews, and it was not improper to show him a kindness.