Description
Zia New Testament - Tuwa Yesu Kristora bowi iwaing (ZIANT)
Publisher: Digital Bible Society / Wycliffe Bible Translators
Publication Date: June 28, 2017
ISBN-10: 1531307507
ISBN-13: 978-1531307509
Pages: 498
Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
Dimensions: 6 x 1.2 x 9 inches
Overview
Introducing the Zia New Testament (Tuwa Yesu Kristora bowi iwaing), a crucial spiritual resource for the Zia-speaking community in Papua New Guinea. This paperback edition, published by the Digital Bible Society in collaboration with Wycliffe Bible Translators, spans 498 pages, providing access to the New Testament in the Zia language.
Product Features
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 978-1531307509 / 1531307507
- Pages: 498
- Publisher: Digital Bible Society / Wycliffe Bible Translators
- Language: Zia
Interesting Facts
- Zia is a Papuan language spoken in the Lower Waria Valley of Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea. It is part of the Binandere subgroup of the Trans-New Guinea language family.
- The language is spoken by approximately 4,500 native speakers, as cited in 2000, reflecting a community dedicated to preserving their linguistic heritage.
- The Zia language has various dialects, including Mawae, and uses the Latin writing system.
- Significant passages, such as John 3:16, are translated into Zia:
"Zo nung Tuwa Bayaura mani tumo diyariniya amimene magayero mekora babaise okowata, nung nao me iwaing tamaise sero Tuwa Bayau mene emo bauno name eno dubo bayao bainakama nasani Mani nuna dekaongka iyengtinu wosina ara."
Why This Bible Matters
The Zia New Testament serves as an essential resource for spiritual growth and cultural identity for the Zia-speaking community. By providing the scriptures in their native language, it fosters a deeper connection to their faith and traditions.
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