complete verse (Psalm 112:1)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Psalm 112:1:

  • Chichewa Contempary Chichewa translation, 2002/2016:
    “Praise Jehovah.
    Blessed (is) the person who fears Jehovah,
    who rejoices a lot with his laws.” (Source: Mawu a Mulungu mu Chichewa Chalero Back Translation)
  • Newari:
    “Hallelujah!
    Blessed is the man who fears the LORD,
    the one who rejoices to obey the LORD’s commands.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon:
    “Praise the LORD!
    Blessed (is) the person/man who respects the LORD and is- very/[emphasis marker] -happy to obey his commands.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • Laarim:
    “You (plur.) praise the LORD.
    Bless is the man who fear the LORD,
    who rejoices when he keeps his command.” (Source: Laarim Back Translation)
  • Nyakyusa-Ngonde (back-translation into Swahili):
    “Muwe mnamsifu BWANA!
    Amebarikiwa ambaye anamcha BWANA,
    ambaye anapendezwa sana kuzifuata sheria zake.” (Source: Nyakyusa Back Translation)
  • English:
    “Praise Yahweh!
    Happy are/He is pleased with those who revere him,
    those who happily obey his commands.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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