{Followed after him} (katedi(9378)en auton). Hunted him out
(Moffatt). Perfective use of the preposition kata (down to the
finish). The verb di(936b)(935c) is used for the hunt or chase, pursuit.
Vulgate has _persecutus est_. The personal story of Peter comes
in here. "Simon's intention at least was good; the Master seemed
to be losing precious opportunities and must be brought back"
(Swete). Peter and those with him kept up the search till they
found him. The message that they brought would surely bring Jesus
back to Peter's house.