complete verse (Genesis 34:23)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Genesis 34:23:

  • Newari: “If this happens will not all their cows, sheep and wealth be ours? So we should listen to what they have said, and keep them here.'” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “If they will-live/settle here now, surely all of their livestock and possessions will- also -become ours. So let- us (incl.) just -agree now to their condition so-that they will-settle with us.'” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “But if we do that, just think! Their livestock and their possessions and their other animals will become ours! So we should agree to do what they suggest, and then they will live among us!'” (Source: Translation for Translators)