Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Song of Solomon 8:4:
- Kupsabiny: “Girls of Jerusalem, do not arouse love
before its chance/opportunity has arrived.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation) - Newari: “O women of Jerusalem,
I give command to you.
not to awaken love until the time is right.” (Source: Newari Back Translation) - Hiligaynon: “You (plur.) women of Jerusalem, [you (plur.)] swear that you (plur.) do- not -awaken love when it is not yet the right/proper time.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
- English: “I would say to you women of Jerusalem,
‘Solemnly promise me
that you will not disturb us while we are making love
until we are ready to quit.’” (Source: Translation for Translators)
