Description

Tongan Holy Bible - Koe Tohi tabu Katoa

Leather Bound with Zipper
Reprint of 1884 Edition
Publisher: New Zealand Bible Society, 2016

Overview

Introducing the Tongan Holy Bible, a beautifully crafted edition featuring a black leatherbound cover with a zipper and gilt edges. This reprint of the 1884 edition serves as a cherished spiritual resource for Tongan speakers, providing access to the Holy Scriptures in the Tongan language (lea fakatonga).

Product Features

Format: Leather Bound with Zipper
ISBN: 9789822176346 / 978-9822176346
ISBN-10: 9822176341
Pages: 1,236
Publisher: New Zealand Bible Society
Language: Tongan (lea fakatonga)
Book Dimensions: 14.4 x 21.4 x 3.0 cm
Printed Copies: 2,160

Special Features:

Double Column Text: Easy to read format.
Ribbon Marker: Convenient for keeping track of your place.
Gilt Edges: Adds a touch of elegance.
Zipper Closure: Protects the Bible from wear and tear.

Interesting Facts

Tongan is an Austronesian language of the Polynesian branch, spoken by approximately 187,000 speakers and recognized as a national language of Tonga.
It is classified as a VSO (verb-subject-object) language, which affects its grammatical structure and syntax.
Tongan retains unique phonological features, such as a definitive accent and the original proto-Polynesian glottal stop, distinguishing it from other Polynesian languages.
The Tongan language has significantly influenced Wallisian, particularly after Tongan colonization of the island of 'Uvea in the 15th and 16th centuries.

Why This Bible Matters

This edition of the Tongan Bible is more than just a religious text; it embodies the cultural and linguistic heritage of the Tongan people, serving as an essential resource for spiritual growth, community identity, and preservation of the Tongan language.