Southwestern Dinka Language New Testament

Lëk yam (DIK) / South Sudan

Product Features

• Paperback: 348 pages
• Publisher: Digital Bible Society (June 15, 2017) / Wycliffe Bible Translators
• Language: Southwestern Dinka
• ISBN-10: 1531301983
• ISBN-13: 978-1531301989
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.9 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds

Overview

The Southwestern Dinka Language New Testament, known as Lëk yam, is a vital resource for the Dinka-speaking community of South Sudan. Published by the Digital Bible Society and Wycliffe Bible Translators, this edition is designed to meet the spiritual needs of the Southwestern Dinka people, providing them with the scriptures in their heart language.

Interesting Facts

• Dinka Language: Thuɔŋjäŋ or Thuɔŋ ee Jieng, commonly known as Dinka, is a Nilotic language spoken by the Dinka people, the largest ethnic group in South Sudan. It consists of several dialects, including Ngok, Rek, Agaar, Awiel, Twic Mayardit, Hol, Nyarweng, Twi, and Bor.
• Cultural Significance: The Dinka language holds profound cultural significance and is a key component of the ethnic identity of the Dinka people. Rek is considered the standard and prestige dialect.
• Translation Effort: The translation of the New Testament into Southwestern Dinka represents a significant effort to provide access to the Bible in a language that resonates deeply with the local community, supporting both religious and cultural continuity.

Publishers

• Digital Bible Society: Dedicated to providing digital access to the Bible and other religious materials in numerous languages.
• Wycliffe Bible Translators: An organization focused on translating the Bible into various languages to reach every people group with God's Word.

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