Biblia - Maandiko Matakatifu / The Holy Bible in Kiswahili, Union Version

Black Embossed Cover with Golden Cross, Red Edges, 1 Ribbon, Color Maps / 2010 Edition

Product Features

• Binding: Vinyl bound
• Publication Date: 2010
• Publisher: The Bible Societies of Kenya & Tanzania
• Pages: 1258
• Language: Kiswahili / Swahili
• Features: Black embossed cover with golden cross, red edges, 1 ribbon, color maps

Overview

The Biblia - Maandiko Matakatifu / The Holy Bible in Kiswahili, Union Version is a vinyl-bound edition published in 2010 by The Bible Societies of Kenya & Tanzania. This edition features a black embossed cover with a golden cross, red-edged pages, a ribbon marker, and color maps, making it a beautiful and durable Bible for personal or communal use. With 1258 pages, it provides the complete Holy Scriptures in Kiswahili, serving Swahili-speaking Christians across Kenya, Tanzania, and beyond.

The first translation of parts of the Bible into Swahili was completed in 1868, with the New Testament following in 1879, and the whole Bible by 1890. Over the years, several translations have been made to accommodate the different dialects of Swahili spoken across East Africa, including the Union Translation published by the Bible Society of Tanzania in 1950 and the Swahili Common Language version.

Interesting Facts

• Historical Translations: The Swahili Bible has a rich history of translations, starting in the late 19th century, reflecting the linguistic diversity and evolving needs of Swahili-speaking communities.
• Union Translation: The Union Translation, used in this edition, was first published in 1950 and is widely respected for its accuracy and readability among Swahili speakers.
• Kiswahili Language: Swahili, or Kiswahili, is a Bantu language spoken by millions in East Africa, serving as a lingua franca across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and the broader region.

Translation Example: John 3:16

• Union Translation: Kwa maana jinsi hii Mungu aliupenda ulimwengu, hata akamtoa Mwanawe pekee, ili kila mtu amwaminiye asipotee, bali awe na uzima wa milele.
• Biblica, 1989: Kwa maana jinsi hii Mungu aliupenda ulimwengu hata akamtoa Mwanawe wa pekee, ili kila mtu amwaminiye asipotee, bali awe na uzima wa milele.

Publishers

The Bible Societies of Kenya & Tanzania

The Bible Societies of Kenya & Tanzania are dedicated to translating, publishing, and distributing the Holy Scriptures in Swahili and other local languages. Their mission is to make the Bible accessible and understandable to everyone, enhancing spiritual growth and cultural heritage in East Africa.

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