complete verse (1 Samuel 8:15)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of 1 Samuel 8:15:

  • Kupsabiny: “He will be taking/removing a tenth of your harvest and grapes and give them to his leaders who assist him.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “A tenth of your grapes and grain will be taken and given to his courtiers and other officials.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “He will- also -take a tenth of your (plur.) grain[s] and grapes, and will-give them to his officials and to some of his servants/attendants.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “He will take a tenth of your harvests and distribute it among the officers and servants who work in his palace.” (Source: Translation for Translators)