complete verse (Leviticus 16:8)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Leviticus 16:8:

  • Kupsabiny: “and cast lots which show which goat is to belong to God and which will sweep away the sins of the people.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “After that he must cast lots to determine which of the two goats to offer as a sacrifice to the LORD and which one to release.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “And he is-to-draw-lots (to determine) which of the two goats (is) for the LORD and for Azazel.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “He must cast lots/throw down stones that have been marked to determine which goat will be sacrificed to me, and which will be the goat that will be set free.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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