Philistines

The term that is transliterated as “Philistines” in English is translated in American Sign Language with a sign that signifies the helmet the Philistine warriors wore was decorated with feather-like objects. (Source: Ruth Anna Spooner, Ron Lawer)


“Philistines” in American Sign Language, source: Deaf Harbor

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complete verse (1 Chronicles 1:49)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of 1 Chronicles 1:49:

  • Kupsabiny: “When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor ruled.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “After Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Acbor became king.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “When- Shaul -died, Baal Hanan the child of Acbor succeeded him.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “When Shaul died, Baal-Hanan, the son of Achbor, became the king.” (Source: Translation for Translators)

SIL Translator’s Notes on 1 Chronicles 1:49

1:49 When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.

After the death of Shaul, Ball-hanan, who was Achbor’s son, became king.
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Baal-hanan the son of Achbor took over the kingship ⌊in Edom⌋ following the death of Shaul.

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