complete verse (Ecclesiastes 8:5)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Ecclesiastes 8:5:

  • Kupsabiny: “The person who obeys the king does not get trouble/suffering, and the one who is wise knows how things come in proper order,” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “Someone will obey the king’s command. He will not be harmed.
    And in the heart of the wise, information will be understood correctly and at the right time.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “Whoever obeys this/these will- not -be-harmed. A wise man knows when and how he will-do a thing.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “If you obey what the king commands,
    he will not harm you.
    So be wise, and know the correct/right time to do things and the right way to do them.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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