Description
Gagauz New Testament Cyrillic Script / Eni Baalanti - Ii khaber Iisus Khristos ichin
Product Details:
- Format: Hardcover
- Pages: 438
- Publisher: Institute for Bible Translation
- Publication Year: 2006
- Language: Gagauz (in Cyrillic Script)
- ISBN-10: 5939430902
- ISBN-13: 978-5939430906 / 9785939430906
- Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
Description:
This edition of the New Testament is in the Gagauz language, a Turkic language spoken by the Gagauz people, primarily in the autonomous Moldovan region of Gagauzia. This translation, titled "Eni Baalanti - Ii khaber Iisus Khristos ichin," is presented in Cyrillic script, aligning with the traditional writing system used by the Gagauz. With approximately 170,000 native speakers, this Bible plays a crucial role in meeting the spiritual needs of the Gagauz community.
Key Features:
- Gagauz Language: Offers the New Testament in the native language of the Gagauz people, enhancing its accessibility and relevance.
- Cyrillic Script: The use of Cyrillic script is culturally and linguistically appropriate for the Gagauz readers.
- Hardcover Edition: Ensures durability and longevity for frequent use.
- Compact Size: The dimensions of 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches make it portable and user-friendly.
Usage:
Ideal for personal devotion, study, and community worship among the Gagauz-speaking population. This edition is also a valuable resource for linguists, missionaries, and anyone interested in the Christian texts in Turkic languages.
Audience:
Primarily aimed at the Gagauz-speaking Christian community. It's also an essential resource for cultural and linguistic scholars, theologians, and students of religious studies with an interest in the Turkic language group.
Cultural and Linguistic Significance:
The publication of the New Testament in Gagauz contributes to the preservation and recognition of this Turkic language. It demonstrates the importance of providing religious texts in native languages to promote better understanding and engagement with spiritual teachings within diverse cultural contexts.
