Krung Bible (KRRWBT)

Overview

The Krung Bible contains New Testament portions in the Krung language of Cambodia, written in the Khmer script. The translation took approximately 35 years to complete and was dedicated on February 11, 2024 in the village of Krala, Cambodia, with over 1,000 people in attendance. ^[1] The celebration included music, prayer, Scripture reading, testimonies, and preaching. ^[2] Krung community leaders noted that having Scripture in their own language enables clearer comprehension compared to reading in Khmer, the national language. ^[2] The translation was produced by Wycliffe Bible Translators, Inc.

Language and People

Krung (ISO 639-3: krr) is spoken by approximately 18,400 people in Cambodia. Krung is a stable indigenous language belonging to the Austro-Asiatic language family. [Glottolog: krun1240]

Publishing and Organizations

Published by Wycliffe Bible Translators, Inc. OMF International reported on the dedication event. ^[1]

References

• [1] Krung Bible Dedication - OMF International, dedication event report.
• [2] The difference God’s word makes - Wycliffe Bible Translators UK, details of the Krung Bible launch in 2024.
• find.bible entry - find.bible. Bible catalogue entry for KRRWBT.
• Global Bible Catalogue - Global Bible Catalogue entry.
• bible.com - YouVersion.
• ebible.org entry - ebible.org.