complete verse (Psalm 71:1)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Psalm 71:1:

  • Chichewa Contempary Chichewa translation, 2002/2016:
    “In you Jehovah I have taken refuge;
    do not allow that I get ashamed.” (Source: Mawu a Mulungu mu Chichewa Chalero Back Translation)
  • Newari:
    “O LORD, I have come to you for refuge,
    May I never have to be ashamed.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon:
    “LORD, in you (sing.) I ask-for protection.
    Do- not -let/allow me to-be-put-to-shame.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • Laarim:
    “LORD, I come to you, so that I hide in you.
    Do not give shame to catch me.” (Source: Laarim Back Translation)
  • Nyakyusa-Ngonde (back-translation into Swahili):
    “Ee Bwana, nimekimbilia kwako,
    nisiaibike milele.” (Source: Nyakyusa Back Translation)
  • English:
    “Yahweh, I have come to you to get refuge/be protected;
    never allow me to become ashamed because of being defeated.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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