complete verse (Psalm 119:131)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Psalm 119:131:

  • Chichewa Contempary Chichewa translation, 2002/2016:
    “I open my mouth and breath pantingly,
    seeking for your laws.” (Source: Mawu a Mulungu mu Chichewa Chalero Back Translation)
  • Newari:
    “I opened my mouth, I panted,
    because I was thirsty for Your commands.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon:
    “My desire/longing for your (sing.) commands (is) very great/[double emphasis marker].” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • Laarim:
    “I desire for your commands much,
    like my mouth when the sun makes me thirsty.” (Source: Laarim Back Translation)
  • Nyakyusa-Ngonde (back-translation into Swahili):
    “Nimefunua kinywa changu, nina kiu,
    nazitamani amri zako.” (Source: Nyakyusa Back Translation)
  • English:
    “I eagerly desire to know your commands/ what you have commanded,
    like a dog that pants with its mouth open wanting to be fed.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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