complete verse (Genesis 16:9)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Genesis 16:9:

  • Kankanaey: “Then the angel of God said to her, ‘Return to your (sing.) boss so-that you (sing.) will serve her.” (Source: Kankanaey Back Translation)
  • Newari: “Then the angel of the LORD said to her — ‘You go back to your master’s wife, and be submissive to her.'” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “The angel said to her, ‘Go back to your mistress and be-subject to her.'” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “The angel said, ‘Go back to your mistress and be under her authority’.” (Source: Translation for Translators)