complete verse (Leviticus 19:31)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Leviticus 19:31:

  • Kupsabiny: “Do not turn to the matters/words of ancestral spirits and do not go to sorcerers because those matters/words will defile you. I am your God.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “’Do not go to witches who do incantation and chanting. Do not make yourself unclean by taking their advice. ” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “[You (plur.)] do- not -take-refuge/ask-for-help from mediums/spiritists who talk to the soul of a dead-(one), for if you (plur.) do this you (plur.) will-be-considered dirty/unclean. I am-the-one (who is) the LORD your God.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • English: “‘o not seek advice from those who consult/talk with the spirits of dead people , because if you do that, they will defile you. I, Yahweh your God, am the one you should consult.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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