MNT(i)
18 "And they all, without exception, proceeded to excuse themselves. The first told him. 'I have bought a field, and must needs go and see it. Pray have me excused.'
19 "The second said: 'I have bought five yolk of oxen and am on my way to try them. I pray that you will have me excused.'
20 "'I have taken a wife,' said the another, 'and for that reason I am unable to come.'