John 13:37
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordPeter said unto him, Lord, why cannot I follow thee now? I will lay down my life for thy sake.
— John 13:37, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
Peter said to him, "Lord, why can't I follow you even now? I will lay down my life for you."
American Standard Version (ASV)
Peter saith unto him, Lord, why cannot I follow thee even now? I will lay down my life for thee.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
Peter saith to him, 'Sir, wherefore am I not able to follow thee now? my life for thee I will lay down;'