⁸ We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.^(A)

²³ I am torn between the two: I desire to depart^(A) and be with Christ,^(B) which is better by far;

⁶ For I am already being poured out like a drink offering,^(A) and the time for my departure is near.^(B)