International Standard Version At the same time he was hoping to receive a bribe from Paul, and so he would send for him frequently to talk with him.
American Standard Version He hoped withal that money would be given him of Paul: wherefore also he sent for him the oftener, and communed with him.
Young's Literal Translation and at the same time also hoping that money shall be given to him by Paul, that he may release him, therefore, also sending for him the oftener, he was conversing with him;
