complete verse (Psalm 31:6)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Psalm 31:6:

  • Chichewa Contempary Chichewa translation, 2002/2016:
    “But I hate those who cling to worthless idols;
    I rely on Jehovah.” (Source: Mawu a Mulungu mu Chichewa Chalero Back Translation)
  • Newari:
    “I hate those who keep on worshipping useless idols.
    I trust only in the LORD.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon:
    “I hate/detest those (who) worship little-gods/false-gods (who) have-no value at-all,
    for I trust in you (sing.), LORD.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • Eastern Bru:
    “I hate people who customarily worship idols which don’t produce any benefit, but I trust in you alone.” (Source: Bru Back Translation)
  • Laarim:
    “I hate people who worship gods which are false.
    I put my heart on the Makayyioit alone.” (Source: Laarim Back Translation)
  • Nyakyusa-Ngonde (back-translation into Swahili):
    “Nawachukia ambao wanautumaini uchawi,
    mimi namtumaini BWANA.” (Source: Nyakyusa Back Translation)
  • English:
    “Yahweh, I hate those who worship useless idols, but I trust in you.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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