Description

Batak Toba Language Bible with Hymnal 556 Hymns / Bibel Dohot Ende 064TI

Product Details:

Binding: Imitation Leather with Zipper and Thumb Index
Edges: Golden Edges
Pages: 2058
Publisher: Bible Society
Publication Year: 2015 (Text from 1998)
Language: Batak Toba
ISBN-10: 979463431X
ISBN-13: 978-9794634318
Includes: 556 Hymns / Buku Ende

Description:

This edition of the Bible, known as "Bibel Dohot Ende," is in the Batak Toba language, spoken in the North Sumatra province of Indonesia. It includes a hymnal with 556 hymns, catering to the Christian Protestant community among the Batak Toba speakers. The Bible is a formal translation and comes in a brown imitation leather cover with a zipper and thumb index for easy access, along with golden edges for an elegant finish.

Key Features:

Batak Toba Language: Tailored for the approximately 2 million Batak Toba speakers in Indonesia.
556 Hymns Included: Accompanies the biblical text with a rich collection of hymns (Buku Ende) used in worship.
Historical Context: The translation work was significantly influenced by Herman Neubronner van der Tuuk, a pioneer in translating the Bible into Batak Toba.
Convenient Design: Imitation leather cover with zipper and thumb index for durability and ease of use.

Usage:

Ideal for Batak Toba-speaking Christians for worship, personal study, and community gatherings. The inclusion of hymns makes it a valuable resource for church services and musical worship in the Batak Toba community.

Audience:

Targeted towards the Batak Toba-speaking community, particularly in the Christian Protestant sector. It's also valuable for linguists, anthropologists, and those interested in Austronesian languages and cultures.

Cultural and Educational Value:

This Bible plays a crucial role in preserving the Batak Toba language and culture, especially in the context of Christian worship and practice. It serves as a bridge between faith and cultural heritage, offering spiritual resources in the heart language of the Batak Toba people.