Māori Language Holy Bible - Paipera Tapu

Publisher: New Zealand Bible Society, 2012
ISBN: 9780908867127 / 978-0908867127
ISBN-10: 0908867123

Overview

Introducing the Māori Language Holy Bible - Paipera Tapu, a beautifully crafted hardcover edition published by the New Zealand Bible Society in 2012. This reformatted edition reproduces the text of the current edition of Te Paipera Tapu, originally published in 1952, and spans 1,392 pages, making it an essential spiritual resource for Māori speakers and readers.

Product Features

• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9780908867127 / 978-0908867127
• ISBN-10: 0908867123
• Pages: 1,392
• Publisher: New Zealand Bible Society
• Language: Māori

Enhanced Features:

• Macrons: Added to indicate vowel length for accurate pronunciation.
• Revised Punctuation: Carefully adjusted for clarity and readability.
• Paragraphing and Section Headings: Introduced to enhance navigation through the text.
• Bilingual Text: Contains both Māori and English, making it accessible for those less fluent in Māori.

Interesting Facts

• The Māori language (te reo) is an Eastern Polynesian language spoken by the Māori people, the indigenous population of New Zealand. It gained recognition as one of New Zealand's official languages in 1987.
• The reformatted New Testament was first published in December 2008 and was well received, with over 7,000 copies of the edition distributed since its release.
• The first Māori language New Testament was published in 1837, and the complete Bible, Te Paipera Tapu, followed in 1868.
• Significant revisions were made by a committee, including notable Māori leader Sir Apirana Ngata, to ensure the text reflected current biblical scholarship and Māori language usage.

Cultural Significance

The Māori Language Holy Bible continues a long tradition of publishing Holy Scriptures in te reo Māori, reflecting the language's rich heritage and ongoing revitalization efforts. The publication of this edition demonstrates a commitment to preserving and promoting Māori culture and language within New Zealand.

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