A citation from the library
George Leo Haydock, on 1Thess 2:8
George Leo Haydock · 1774–1849
1Thess 2:8 · Douay-Rheims
“So desirous of you, we would gladly impart unto you not only the gospel of God, but also our own souls: because you were become most dear unto us.”
On this verse:
“Because you were become most dear to us. Literally, desiring you. [3] St. Chrysostom admires the tender expressions of love in St. Paul. (Witham)”
Imported from an open dataset — not yet checked against the printed edition.