Luke 22:2

2and the chief priests and the teachers of the law were looking for some way to get rid of Jesus, for they were afraid of the people.

2And the chief priests and the scribes were trying to find 22:2 Lit how they were toa way to put Him to death, since they were afraid of the people.

2The chief priests and the scribes were seeking how they might put Him to death; for they were afraid of the people.

2The chief priests and the scribes were looking for a way to put Him to death; for they were afraid of the people [who listened devotedly to His teaching, and who respected His spiritual wisdom].

2and the chief priests and scribes were looking for a way to put Jesus to death, for they feared the people.

2The chief priests and the teachers of the law were looking for a way to get rid of Jesus. They were afraid of the people.