complete verse (Proverbs 29:12)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Proverbs 29:12:

  • Kupsabiny: “If a king believes the words of a liar,
    his people/workers will be liars.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “If the ruler listens to lies,
    all his people will become liars.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “If a leader believes in lies, all his officials will-become wicked.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • Kankanaey: “The ruler who believes what is not true will-come-to-have bad officials.” (Source: Kankanaey Back Translation)
  • English: “If a ruler pays attention to/believes people who tell lies,
    all his officials will also become wicked.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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