1 Thessalonians 2:17

But since we were torn away from you , brothers , for a short time , in person not in heart , we endeavored the more eagerly and with great desire to see you face to face ,

But, brothers and sisters, when we were orphaned by being separated from you for a short time (in person, not in thought), out of our intense longing we made every effort to see you.

But we, brethren, being taken from you for a short time in presence, not in heart, endeavoured the more abundantly to see your face with great desire.