Posts Tagged ‘Bible translation’
Philippines language group celebrates translation of whole Bible
On May 28 of this year, after nearly 50 years of translation work, the Barlig people of Mountain Province in the Philippines celebrated the completion of the whole Bible in their language—Finallig.
Read MoreSign language translation aids Deaf communities to access God’s Word
Although some of the world’s Deaf are able to read, it’s estimated that about 80 per cent of the Deaf throughout the world may never gain literacy skills because they have no access to formal education.
Read MoreStartling dream convicts weary translator
Over the past year, a local Bible translator serving her Timber* language group in Southeast Asia grew so discouraged that she decided to quit. Ani* now believes she was under spiritual attack.
Read MoreWebinar explores benefits of translation software
The Bible Translator’s Assistant is a translation software program with potential to dramatically accelerate the pace of Bible translation. Development of the software is a collaborative project under the direction…
Read MoreQuechua translators reach Bible translation milestone
Translation of the Old Testament into the Eastern Apurímac Quechua language of Peru has been completed. As a result, the minority language group will soon have access to the entire Bible in the language that serves them best.
Read MoreNewly launched New Testament in Chad brings message of peace and forgiveness
The Migaama New Testament was launched in a vibrant and exciting event in the village of Baro in Chad in December 2021. The New Testament represents an opportunity to emphasize Jesus’…
Read MorePaving the path
More than half of Papua New Guinea’s 820 languages still do not have a single verse of Scripture, making it one of the top countries of greatest need for Bible translation. Duncan Kasokason is leading the way for other local consultants in Bible translation.
Read MoreDied: Marilyn Laszlo, Bible translator who inspired missionaries to “come by here”
The passionate storyteller spent nearly a quarter century developing written language and Scripture for a Papua New Guinea village.
Read MoreSouth Asians respond to the Word
Though South Asia can be a challenging region of the world for Christians to serve faithfully in ministry, Bible translation is moving forward and God is blessing His people.
Read MoreIn all things
While the pathos of his childhood is striking, what stands out to Yves Léonard is the constant thread of God’s love and calling on his life.
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