complete verse (Genesis 49:32)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Genesis 49:32:

  • Newari: “That field and the cave which is there was bought from the Hittites.'” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “This field and cave was-bought from the Hithanon.'” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “That field and the cave in it were bought from the Heth people-group; so that is where I want you to bury me.'” (Source: Translation for Translators)

Translation commentary on Genesis 49:32

See verse 30.

Quoted with permission from Reyburn, William D. and Fry, Euan McG. A Handbook on Genesis. (UBS Helps for Translators). New York: UBS, 1997. For this and other handbooks for translators see here .