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Mandinka Bible / CL063P / Kitaabu Senuno

Name: Mandinka Bible / CL063P / Kitaabu Senuno / Africa, Gambia, Senegal, Guinea-Bissau
SKU: 9789983993196
Price: 89.99 USD
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Printed in 2013 by the Bible Society of Gambia BANJUL

Nataaloolu Illustrations by Horace Knowles

Product Features

Hardcover
ISBN: 978-9983993196 / 9789983993196
ISBN-10: 9983993198
Pages: 1674
Published: 2013 by the Bible Society of Gambia, BANJUL
Illustrations by: Horace Knowles

Overview

The Mandinka Bible, titled "Kitaabu Senuno," is a comprehensive and meticulously translated religious text designed for the Mandinka-speaking population. This edition, printed in 2013 by the Bible Society of Gambia in collaboration with the Christian Council of The Gambia, was launched at the Glory Baptist Church in Old Jeshwang. The minister of Agriculture, Solomon Owens, emphasized during the launch that the Holy Bible serves not only Christians but the entire human race, highlighting the importance of understanding its content to lead a righteous life.

Translation of the Overview in Mandinka:

Mandinka Bible, loo "Kitaabu Senuno," laŋ dɔɔ, ŋaŋ nooŋ fɛ Mandi'nka kango fɛ saŋ kaŋ loɔ wɛɛ. Nka, 2013 na Bible Society of Gambia baŋ jɛŋ kaŋ kɔɔɗɔ ka Christian Council of The Gambia naŋ laa Glory Baptist Church fɛ Old Jeshwang. Minister of Agriculture, Solomon Owens, te jɛŋ ɔɔ yɛ Holy Bible ye kɛ nyɛ Christian bɔ kɔnɔ le kaŋ ma wɔɔ dɔɔ wo jɛŋ bɔ tɛ le wo kɔ wɔɔ ti.

Interesting Facts

Language Background: Mandinka, also known as Mandingo, is a Mandé language spoken by the Mandinka people primarily in the Casamance region of Senegal, the Gambia, and northern Guinea-Bissau. It is the principal language of the Gambia and is recognized as a minority language in Senegal.
Linguistic Characteristics: Mandinka has two tones, high and low. Unmodified nouns are either high tone on all syllables or low tone on all syllables. The definite suffix -o affects the tone of nouns, taking a low tone on high-tone nouns and a falling tone on low-tone nouns.
Cultural Significance: The translation of the Bible into Mandinka aims to provide the Mandinka people with access to the Christian scriptures in their native language, fostering greater spiritual connection and understanding.
Illustrations: The Bible includes illustrations by Horace Knowles, adding a visual element to the textual content.