complete verse (Proverbs 16:12)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Proverbs 16:12:

  • Kupsabiny: “A king/ruler does not agree with/condone evil/sin,
    because his leadership is strong if he stands on the truth.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “The king does not like corrupt / dishonest work,
    because the king attains strength through justice.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “Kings detest the doing of bad/evil, for their leading/ruling can-continue only if they will-do what is just/right.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • Kankanaey: “The rule of kings is strong if they are just/righteous, therefore they dislike/reject what is evil.” (Source: Kankanaey Back Translation)
  • English: “Kings detest those who do evil,
    because it is people doing what is fair/right that causes their governments to be strong.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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