Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Isaiah 37:1:
- Kupsabiny: “When Hezekiah had heard those words, he tore his clothes and dressed in rags, and then he went to the Home of God to pray.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
- Newari: “Hearing this report, King Hezekiah’s heart being caused to be ill at ease, tore his clothing, then wrapped himself in sackcloth and went to the temple of the LORD.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
- Hiligaynon: “When King Hezekia heard what has-been-reported to him, he tore his clothes and clothed (himself) in sackcloth to show his mourning, and he went to the temple of the LORD.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
- English: “When King Hezekiah heard what they reported, he tore his clothes and put on clothes made of rough sackcloth because he was very distressed. Then he went into the temple of Yahweh and prayed.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
