KJV ORIGINAL
And the people saw them departing, and many knew him, and ran afoot thither out of all cities, and outwent them, and came together unto him.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But people spotted them leaving and recognized Jesus. Word spread fast, and crowds from every town started literally running on foot to get there first — they actually beat the boat and were waiting for him when he arrived.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When people found Jesus, they didn't just walk — they ran from every direction to be with him.
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