complete verse (1 Chronicles 8:29)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of 1 Chronicles 8:29:

  • Kupsabiny: “A man who was called Jeiel started the city of Gibeon and he lived in that city. His wife was called Maakah.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “Jeiel established Gibeon city. And he lived there. His wife’s name was Maakah.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. The name of his wife was Maaca.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “Another descendant of Benjamin was Jeiel. He lived in Gibeon town, and he was the leader there. His wife was Maacah.” (Source: Translation for Translators)

SIL Translator’s Notes on 1 Chronicles 8:29

Section 8:29-40 This was King Saul’s family line

8:29a Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon.

Revised English Bible: Jehiel founder of Gibeon lived at Gibeon

Jeiel founded/established ⌊himself at⌋ Gibeon ⌊town/city⌋ . He lived there ⌊with his family and⌋
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Jeiel lived/settled in the town of Gibeon. Jeiel was the ancestor/forefather/founder ⌊of the clans of Benjamin associated with the town⌋ of Gibeon.

8:29b His wife’s name was Maacah,

his wife whose name was Maacah.
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Jeiel and his wife Maacah

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