Description

Samoan Bible - Revised Version - O Le Tusi Paia

White Imitation Leather
Publisher: New Zealand Bible Society, 2017

Overview

Introducing the Samoan Bible - Revised Version (O Le Tusi Paia), a beautifully crafted edition featuring a white imitation leather cover. Published by the New Zealand Bible Society in 2017, this Bible provides a comprehensive resource for Samoan speakers, spanning 1,270 pages of sacred scripture.

Product Features

Format: Imitation Leather
ISBN: 9780908867578 / 978-0908867578
ISBN-10: 0908867573
Pages: 1,270
Publisher: New Zealand Bible Society / Bible Society South Pacific
Language: Samoan (Gagana faʻa Sāmoa)

Special Features:

Double Column Text: For easy reading and navigation.
Sidebar Cross References: Enhance study and understanding of scripture.
Silver-Gilded Page Edges: Adds a touch of elegance.
4 Maps: Provides geographical context to the scriptures.
Ribbon Marker: Convenient for keeping track of your place.
Size: 22.40 x 15.00 x 3.20 cm

Interesting Facts

Samoan (Gagana faʻa Sāmoa) is the language spoken in the Samoan Islands, which include both Samoa and American Samoa. It serves as an official language alongside English in both regions.
The language is a Polynesian language and is the first language for most of the population, with approximately 246,000 speakers in Samoa and an estimated 510,000 speakers worldwide as of 2015.
Samoan is notable for its phonological differences between formal and informal speech, as well as a ceremonial form used in traditional oratory.

Cultural Significance

The Samoan Bible - Revised Version is not just a religious text; it embodies the cultural and linguistic heritage of the Samoan people. Its publication supports the ongoing use of the Samoan language in spiritual contexts, fostering a deeper connection between faith and culture.