complete verse (2 Kings 20:6)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of 2 Kings 20:6:

  • Kupsabiny: “And again, I shall add fifteen years to your life. I shall save you and this city from the king of Assyria. I shall defend this city because of my honor and my servant, David.’ ’” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “I will increase your life span by another fifteen years. I will deliver you and this city from the hand of the king of Assyria. For my own sake and for the sake of my servant David, I will defend this city.’"” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “I will-add 15 more years to your (sing.) life. I will-save you (sing.) and this city from the hand of the king of Asiria. I will-protect this city for my honor and because of David my servant.’ ’” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “I will enable you to live for 15 more years. And I will rescue you and this city again from the power of the king of Assyria. I will defend this city for the sake of my own reputation and because of what I promised King David, who served me well.’ ’” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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