Description

Alekano Language Bible - Monó Gotola Gosohá (GAHPNG)

UPC 978-1531302436

Overview

Introducing the Alekano Language Bible, a crucial spiritual resource for the Alekano-speaking community in Papua New Guinea. This paperback edition, published by the Digital Bible Society in collaboration with Wycliffe Bible Translators, features the New Testament spread across 506 pages, offering readers an opportunity to engage with scripture in their native language.

Product Features

Paperback: 506 pages
Publisher: Digital Bible Society / Wycliffe Bible Translators
Publication Date: August 21, 2017
Language: Alekano
ISBN-10: 1531302432
ISBN-13: 978-1531302436
Product Dimensions: 6 x 1.3 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds

Interesting Facts

Alekano, also known as Gahuku (Gahuku-Gama), is a Papuan language primarily spoken in the Goroka District of the Eastern Highlands Province in Papua New Guinea.
There are approximately 25,000 native speakers, as of 1999, reflecting a vibrant linguistic community.
Alekano is part of the Trans-New Guinea language family, specifically within the Kainantu-Goroka subgroup, showcasing its unique cultural and linguistic heritage.
The New Testament includes powerful verses, such as John 3:16, translated into Alekano:

"Ómasímo numutó namató vegená lelikumú milumavate gilimó nene napa napa nego gipala hamokó lehizeletamó nene aikumú gili alévolé ita vegená keza latila amiki alévolé kemetamenigi minanigave loko lá imó neve."