complete verse (1 Samuel 8:22)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of 1 Samuel 8:22:

  • Kupsabiny: “God told him that, ‘Listen to those people and give them a ruler/king.’ So, the people returned home.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “Then the LORD replied, "Do just as they have said, and also select a king for them."
    Then Samuel sent all the people to their homes.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “The LORD answered him, ‘Fulfill what they want/desire; give them a king.’ Then Samuel said to the Israelinhon, ‘Okay, I agree; [you (plur.)] go-home now to your (plur.) towns/cities.’” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “Yahweh replied, ‘Do what they are telling you to do. Give them a king!’ So Samuel agreed, and then he sent the people home.” (Source: Translation for Translators)