Description
Afrikaans Bible / Die BYBEL Nuwe Vertaling (met herformulerings) 10pt font
Product Features
- Format: Hardcover
- Pages: 1280
- Publisher: American Bible Society (December 2000)
- Language: Afrikaans
- ISBN-10: 0798212691
- ISBN-13: 978-0798212694 / 9780798212694
- Dimensions: 8 x 5.9 x 1.5 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
- Font Size: 10pt
Overview
The Afrikaans Bible, "Die BYBEL Nuwe Vertaling (met herformulerings)," is a thoughtfully updated translation that features reformulations for contemporary readability. Published by the American Bible Society in December 2000, this hardcover edition boasts 1280 pages and a 10pt font size, providing a clear and accessible text for Afrikaans-speaking readers. Afrikaans is a West Germanic language derived from Dutch and is spoken predominantly in South Africa and Namibia. This Bible is a vital resource for spiritual growth and religious education within Afrikaans-speaking communities.
Interesting Facts
- Linguistic Significance: Afrikaans is one of South Africa's eleven official languages and is spoken by millions as their first language.
- Historical Context: The "Nuwe Vertaling" represents a modern update to the Afrikaans Bible, making the scriptures more accessible and relevant to contemporary readers.
- Cultural Impact: Afrikaans religious texts and literature are essential to the cultural identity and heritage of Afrikaans-speaking communities in South Africa and Namibia.
Publishers
American Bible Society, December 2000
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