complete verse (Song of Solomon 8:4)

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)
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