complete verse (Judges 13:18)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Judges 13:18:

  • Kupsabiny: “The angel said, ‘Why do you want to know my name? Even if I told you, you would not understand.’” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “The angel asked — "Why do you ask my name? You will not be able to understand this name."” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “The angel replied, ‘Why do you (plur.) really want to know my name? This is hard to-understand.’” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “Yahweh replied, ‘Why do you ask me my name?/You should not ask me my name. It is wonderful/it cannot be understood.’” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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