Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Proverbs 22:1:
- Kupsabiny: “It is better for a person to get a good name/reputation than riches.
A good character/way of life beats/defeats riches/wealth.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation) - Newari: “It is better to choose [a good] name
than [to choose] wealth and prosperity.
To live being respected is better
than [to live] having silver and gold.” (Source: Newari Back Translation) - Hiligaynon: “(It is) better to choose a good reputation than great/[lit. many wealth]. The respect of the people to you (sing.) is more precious than gold and silver.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
- Kankanaey: “A person’s honor/reputation is more-valuable than silver and gold.” (Source: Kankanaey Back Translation)
- English: “Having a good reputation/Being honored by people is better than having a lot of money;
being well respected is better than having plenty of gold or silver.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
