Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Isaiah 31:5:
- Kupsabiny: “The God of authority shall guard/protect Jerusalem,
like a bird that hovers over its nest.
He shall guard that city
and saves it completely.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation) - Newari: “Like sparrows protect their nests,
The LORD Almighty protects Jerusalem.
And He will deliver it.
He will pass over it and rescue them."” (Source: Newari Back Translation) - Hiligaynon: “I, the LORD Almighty, will-guard it like a bird who guards its nest. I will-protect and save Jerusalem.’” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
- English: “I, the Commander of the armies of angels, will protect Jerusalem
like a mother bird protects the baby birds in her nest:
I will defend the city
and rescue it from its enemies.’” (Source: Translation for Translators)
