I have some good news for you! I finished typesetting the book of Acts in the Bende language of Tanzania. The books were printed and delivered, and people are so excited to have another portion of Scripture in their own language.
As I was typesetting the book, I noticed the word for "God" in the Bende language. I love finding out how other languages translate the word "God" because it's such an important concept. For example, the Jita word for God is Nyamuwanga, and it's related to the word for life, so it brings the idea that God is the living God and the one who gives life.
But in the Bende language, the word for God is...Kabhumba. That's so cool!! I'm excited for the day when they translate the book of Genesis,
"In the beginning, Kabhumba created the heavens and the earth."
Thankfully, they now have the book of Acts so they can enjoy Acts 10:39-40 about the death and resurrection of Jesus,
"They put him to death by hanging him on a cross, but Kabhumba raised him from the dead on the third day."
I'm so thankful that the Bende people now have access to another portion of God's Word in their language. And think about this: if you're partnering with us, you have a part in bringing God's Word to the Bende people. Thank you for partnering with us in this ministry!
{If you would like to join our team as a prayer and financial partner, check out our Wycliffe web page here: https://www.wycliffe.org/partner/2EBEFB}
