Description
Ikwere Language New Testament
Tẹsitamenti Ikne n'Ọnu Ikwere (IKWNT) | Nigeria
Product Features
- Paperback: 348 pages
- Publisher: Digital Bible Society (June 19, 2017) / Wycliffe Bible Translators
- Language: Ikwere
- ISBN-10: 1531303005
- ISBN-13: 978-1531303006
- Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.9 x 9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
Overview
The Ikwere Language New Testament, titled Tẹsitamenti Ikne n'Ọnu Ikwere (IKWNT), is an essential publication for the Ikwere-speaking community in Nigeria. Published by the Digital Bible Society and Wycliffe Bible Translators, this edition aims to provide the New Testament in the Ikwere language, supporting spiritual growth and preserving cultural heritage among the Ikwerre people.
Interesting Facts
- Language Background: Ikwerre, also known as Ikwere, is a Niger–Congo language spoken by the Ikwerre people primarily in Rivers State, Nigeria. It belongs to the Igboid branch of the Niger–Congo language family and had approximately 200,000 native speakers as of 1973.
- Cultural Significance: The translation of the New Testament into Ikwere helps maintain the linguistic heritage of the Ikwerre people, fostering a deeper connection to their faith and cultural identity.
- Geographical Context: The Ikwerre community is primarily located in Rivers State, Nigeria, and includes several dialects such as Ndele, Ọgbakiri, Ọbịọ, Alụụ, Ịbaa, and Elele.
- Effort and Collaboration: This translation results from the collaboration between the Digital Bible Society and Wycliffe Bible Translators, organizations dedicated to making the Bible accessible in various languages worldwide.
Publishers
- Digital Bible Society: Focused on providing digital access to the Bible and other religious materials in multiple languages.
- Wycliffe Bible Translators: Committed to translating the Bible into various languages to reach every people group with God's Word.
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