complete verse (1 Samuel 9:17)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of 1 Samuel 9:17:

  • Kupsabiny: “The moment Samuel saw that man, God told him that, ‘This is the man I told you that he will rule my people.’” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “As soon as Samuel saw Saul the LORD said to him, "This is the man I spoke to you [about]. This is the man [who] will rule my subjects."” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “When Samuel saw Saul, the LORD said to Samuel, ‘He (is) the man that I spoke-(about) to you (sing.). He will-rule-over my people.’” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “When Samuel saw Saul, Yahweh said to him, ‘This is the man I told you about yesterday! He is the one who will rule my people!’” (Source: Translation for Translators)