Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Psalm 119:66:
- Chichewa Contempary Chichewa translation, 2002/2016:
“Teach me wisdom and good judgment,
for I believe (in) your laws.” (Source: Mawu a Mulungu mu Chichewa Chalero Back Translation) - Newari:
“Teach me insight and wisdom,
for I believe in Your commands.” (Source: Newari Back Translation) - Hiligaynon:
“Give me wisdom and knowledge
for I trust in your (sing.) commands.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation) - Laarim:
“Teach me wisdom and knowledge,
because I put my heart on your commands.” (Source: Laarim Back Translation) - Nyakyusa-Ngonde (back-translation into Swahili):
“Unifundishe hekima na ujuzi,
kwa maana nategemea katika maagizo yako.” (Source: Nyakyusa Back Translation) - English:
“Teach me to think carefully before I decide what to do,
and teach me other things that I need to know,
because I believe that it is good for us to obey your commands/what you have commanded.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
