complete verse (2 Chronicles 12:12)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of 2 Chronicles 12:12:

  • Kupsabiny: “Because Rehoboam humbled himself, God was no longer angry with him and he did not destroy the people of Judah completely. The people of Judah were after all doing some good things at that time.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “Because Rehoboam humbled himself, the LORD’s anger turned away from him. So He did not destroy him completely. The condition of Judah remained good.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “Because Rehoboam humbled himself, the anger of the LORD had vanished, and he was not totally destroyed. The truth is, there is still some good in Juda.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “Because Rehoboam humbled himself, Yahweh stopped being angry with him and did not get rid of him. Instead, he caused good things to happen in Judah.” (Source: Translation for Translators)