Language-specific Insights

cosmetic treatments

The Hebrew and Greek that is translated as “cosmetic (or: beauty) treatments” in English is translated in Newari as “(giving of) grooming materials” (source: Newari Back Translation).

set limits around the mountain

The Hebrew in Exodus 19:23 that is translated as “set limits around the mountain” or similar in English is translated in Newari as “put bamboos around the mountain.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)

holy watcher (Daniel 4:13; 4:23)

The Aramaic that is translated as “holy watcher” or “angel” or similar in English is translated in Newari as “holy watcher angel” (source: Newari Back Translation).

book of the annals

The Hebrew that is translated as “book of the annals” in English is translated in Newari as “history book” (source: Newari Back Translation).