Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Ezra 5:17:

• Kupsabiny: “Therefore, if it pleases the king, it should be searched from where the records/things of the kings of Babylon are kept, to be seen if it is true that king Cyrus gave authority to build again this House of God in Jerusalem. Then let the king send us words concerning what he wants (to be done).” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
• Newari: “Since it is like that, Great King! If you favor [it] search the King’s archives [lit.: book room] which are in Babylon [to see] whether King Cyrus has given a decree to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem. After that, whatever the Great King’s desire is, write [it] and send it to us.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
• Hiligaynon: “‘Now, if possible, Beloved King, have- the writings which the kings of Babilonia had-hidden/kept-in-a-safe-place -be-examined if it is really true that King Cyrus commanded to build again the temple of God in Jerusalem. And then let- us (excl.) -know what is your (sing.) decision about this.’” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
• English: “‘Therefore, your majesty, please order someone to search in the place in Babylon where the important records are kept, to find out whether it is true that King Cyrus decreed that God’s temple should be rebuilt in Jerusalem. Then you can tell us what you want us to do about this matter.’” (Source: Translation for Translators)