Fire Bible (MEV) Translation to the Samoan Language Training
Twenty-five representatives from the five region Bible Schools, churches, and ministries with gifts, skills, and knowledge in the Theology and the Samoan Language will attend a week-long training provided by the Life Publisher Instructors at the Insel Hotel in Apia, Samoa. Joining them will be the five region Superintendents of the Samoan Assemblies of God under the World Samoan Assemblies of God Fellowship.
Life Publishers International will spearhead the training with their two instructors, Jim Dearman and his wife, Nancy. This project will be a momentous milestone for the Samoan Assemblies of God communities! The project is scheduled to be completed by 2028, which marks the 100th anniversary. The centennial celebration in 2028 will undoubtedly be a time to honor the legacy of the early missionaries who brought their faith to Pago Pago in 1928. Seeing how their efforts have grown into a vibrant and enduring spiritual movement is incredible, from a single seed to a Samoan World Fellowship. This project will bring the next Samoan generation of believers a new beginning.
Life Publishers International Global Director of Projects: Edgar L. Reed
Samoan Fire Bible Project Director: Rolly Hurst of Life Publisher
Key elements include translation of all articles, the Bible Reading Plan, Maps, Charts as noted, Book Introduction and Outlines, Footnotes, Study Notes, Subject Index, to name a few.
Venue: Apia, Samoa
Date: June 2025
Here are a few key reasons behind Bible translation:
Accessibility: It removes language barriers and makes the scriptures available to the Samoan audience.
Cultural Relevance: Translating the Bible into Samoan language allows for cultural nuances and contexts to be considered, making the messages more relatable and applicable to people's daily lives.
Spiritual Growth: Having the Bible in our native language fosters personal connection and spiritual growth, as individuals can study and meditate on the scriptures.
Preservation of Languages: Translating the Bible into our Samoan language can help preserve, contributing to the protection of cultural heritage and identity.
Overall, the goal of Fire Bible translation is to ensure that everyone, has the opportunity to access, understand, and benefit from the teachings of the Bible.