A training event for oral Bible translators was successfully conducted in Southeast Asia in July 2021. The translation team was both excited and honoured to be part of making a difference in their communities through Bible translation. “I am very joyful Read more…
“The Writer’s Development course has enabled me to think critically of how to train native speakers to develop their writing skills in their mother tongues. This course has enabled me to assess how cultural impacts on the community will be Read more…
“Exegesis helped us a lot. We learned about Bible geography, the timeline of Old and New Testament, and the overview and outline of each book. Knowing the backgrounds and contexts of the books helps us to understand the author’s intentions. Read more…
Since 1981, 1544 people from 31 nations have participated in our Diploma in Bible Translation training programme (DBT). Last year we have trained aspiring Bible translators from bible-less language communities in 10 countries. For details check our training calendar. At present, Read more…
The biennial Bible Translation Conference was held 15-19 October 2021 – this time completely online. Hundreds of people from all over the world attended to hear and share experiences of Bible translation related work and training. “I knew how to Read more…
Having received the training on sound and writing systems will benefit the whole community of the small tribe of Purum in India. “I’m excited to have literature and a Bible in my language. I would like to read and write Read more…
Bible translation is believed to bring about tremendous transformation in Kenya as the scriptures are being translated and presented in the heart language of the people. “Many hearts are going to yield to the power of the cross, and many Read more…
The first online training event in Nigeria was conducted in September 2020 for the subjects of Computer & Digital Literacy, Phonology, and Orthography. “Despite being used to face-to-face learning, the translators were able to adopt this new modern type of Read more…
The courses are completely changing my leadership skills. I made notes in the Leadership and Management Course and I will go and teach the leaders at my parish. – Pastor Kaweme, Zambia, December 2020
After the training Herena thanked God that she was able to learn DBT subjects in her old age. She is 68 years old, and the oldest student in the group. She said, “I thank God for what he did for Read more…