Description
Merey Language New Testament
Dzam Weɗeye (MEQNT) | Cameroon
Product Features
- Title: Merey Language New Testament
- Edition: Dzam Weɗeye (MEQNT)
- Format: Paperback
- Page Count: 518 pages
- Publisher: Digital Bible Society (June 15, 2017) / Wycliffe Bible Translators
- Language: Merey
- ISBN-10: 1531304109
- ISBN-13: 978-1531304102
- Dimensions: 6 x 1.3 x 9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
Overview
The Merey Language New Testament, also known as Dzam Weɗeye (MEQNT), is a pivotal spiritual resource for the Merey-speaking community in Cameroon. Published by the Digital Bible Society in partnership with Wycliffe Bible Translators, this edition provides access to the New Testament in Merey, an Afro-Asiatic language spoken by approximately 10,000 people in northern Cameroon. This translation ensures that the teachings of the New Testament are accessible to the Merey people in their native language, fostering spiritual growth and cultural preservation.
Interesting Facts
- Language Background: Merey is part of the Afro-Asiatic language family, specifically within the Chadic branch. It is spoken in the Far North Province of Cameroon, with Dugur being one of its dialects.
- Cultural Significance: The Merey New Testament supports the linguistic and cultural heritage of the Merey people, facilitating spiritual education and growth in their native language. This translation is essential for maintaining cultural identity and promoting religious practices.
- Translation Efforts: The collaboration between the Digital Bible Society and Wycliffe Bible Translators ensures a translation that is both accurate and culturally relevant, reflecting the linguistic nuances of Merey.
- Community Impact: Providing the New Testament in Merey enriches the spiritual lives of its speakers and supports ongoing efforts to maintain and revitalize the language.
Publishers
- Digital Bible Society: Renowned for making Scripture accessible globally, the Digital Bible Society publishes both digital and printed biblical resources.
- Wycliffe Bible Translators: A leading organization dedicated to translating the Bible into various languages, ensuring people worldwide have access to the Scriptures in their native tongues.
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