RYLT(i)
17 And we, brethren, having been taken from you for the space of an hour -- in presence, not in heart -- did hasten the more abundantly to see your face in much desire,
18 therefore we wished to come unto you, (I indeed Paul,) both once and again, and the Adversary did hinder us;
19 for what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? are not even you before our Lord Jesus Christ in his presence?
20 for you are our glory and joy.
3 1 Therefore no longer forbearing, we thought good to be left in Athens alone,