The New Testament in Urak Lawoi'

Overview

The New Testament in Urak Lawoi' provides a crucial spiritual resource for the Urak Lawoi people, an ethnic group residing on the islands of Phuket, Phi Phi, Jum, Lanta, Bulon, and on Lipe and Adang in the Adang Archipelago, off the western coast of Thailand. This edition aims to promote faith and literacy among the Urak Lawoi community.

Product Features

• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 670
• Publisher: Bible Society (1998)
• ISBN-10: 9748959619
• ISBN-13: 978-9748959610 / 9789748959610
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds

Interesting Facts

• Cultural Background: The Urak Lawoi people, known in Malay as Orang Laut, have a rich cultural heritage closely tied to the sea. Their lifestyle is traditionally maritime, relying on fishing and gathering from the ocean.
• Significance of the Translation: Providing the New Testament in Urak Lawoi' enhances spiritual engagement and helps preserve the language and culture of the Urak Lawoi people, who may face challenges in accessing scripture in their native tongue.
• Community Impact: This New Testament serves as a vital tool for evangelism and education within the Urak Lawoi community, promoting both religious and cultural literacy.

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Publishers

• Publisher: Bible Society

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