complete verse (Joshua 2:12)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Joshua 2:12:

  • Kupsabiny: “But now, please, swear before God that you will honor the house/family of my father as I have honored you. And especially, what mark/sign is there by which I will know that” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “So now, because I have shown loyalty to you, please swear an oath me in the name of the LORD that you will also show loyalty to our family circle. And please give me a sure sign of this. ” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “Therefore now, [you (plur.)] swear in the name of the LORD that you (plur.) will-show kindness to my family, as I have- also -showed you (plur.) kindness. [You (plur.)] give me a guarantee” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “So now I want you to solemnly promise me, and ask Yahweh to punish you if you do not do what you promise. Solemnly promise me that you will act kindly to me and my family, because I have acted kindly to you.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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