'Took' in the Bible

For we don’t want you to be unaware, brothers, of our affliction that took place in Asia: we were completely overwhelmed—beyond our strength—so that we even despaired of life.

my spirit could not rest because I did not find my brother Titus there; so saying goodbye to them, I left for Macedonia.

Make room for us in your hearts; we wronged no one, we corrupted no one, we took advantage of no one.

And not only by his arrival, but also by [his account of] the encouragement which he received in regard to you. He told us about your longing [for us], your mourning [over sin], and how eagerly you took my part and supported me, so that I rejoiced even more.

And his love to you is the more increased by his memory of you all, how you gave way to his authority, and how you took him to your hearts with fear and honour.

How while they were undergoing every sort of trouble, and were in the greatest need, they took all the greater joy in being able to give freely to the needs of others.

I took money from other churches as payment for my work, so that I might be your servant;

Now granted, I have not burdened you; yet sly as I am, I took you in by deceit!

I encouraged Titus to visit you, and I sent along with him the brother you know so well. Titus didn't take advantage of you, did he? We conducted ourselves with the same spirit, didn't we? We took the very same steps, didn't we?