Bible Translation Resources
Taste Of Translation And Linguistics
Taste Of Translation And Linguistics is a 5-
day course that returns to the Portland, Oregon, office of Wycliffe
Bible Translators. Introductory classes in phonetics,
phonology, grammar, language & culture learning, and translation &
semantics, are all taught by experienced linguists and translators from
around the world. Try it on for size, total it up, and see if Bible
translation might be a good fit for your unique gifts, interests and
talents! Hear field reports, videos, personal testimonies, prayer,
devotions and group living build meaningful relationships between staff
& students. Tuition, materials, housing and meals (breakfast, lunch and
delicious ethnic dinners) are all provided for $150. Scholarships are
available.
Phone David Moore or Lee Higdon at (503) 652-1662, toll free
1-800-269-2007, or e-mail Jim Stair at jim_stair@wycliffe.org. Or
visit http://www.wycliffe.org/events/total.
New Book: "In The Image Of God..."
This colorful book is about
translation: God's creativity translated in color, texture, form and
daily life. Made in God's image, people of all cultures and languages
reflect something of His likeness. This wonderful book, filled with the
paintings and drawings of 52 people, is available for only $11.95.
To
order, or for more information, please contact Wycliffle Bible
Translators at patty_perkins@wycliffe.org or call toll-free 1-800-
992-5433, ext 3778 (407-852-3600 locally). Thank you.
Total It Up
Have you heard about Total It Up!? Wycliffe Bible
Translators has had people from around the world come to this 5-day
action packed course that helps people determine if you have what it
takes to be a Bible translator. The course gives an overview of
Phonetics, Phonology, Grammar, Language Learning and
Semantics/Translation plus great fellowship, ethnic meals, and field
reports from real live Bible translators! All this and more for just
$150. Come get your feet wet... try translation on for size... have a
taste! After 5 spiritually and mentally challenging days, Total It Up,
and decide for yourself! Experience, Participate, Total It Up! (Total
is an acronym for: Taste Of Translation And Linguistics... pretty
clever!)
For a complete listing of Total It Up course locations and
dates, as well as contact people, head on over to:
http://www.wycliffe.org/events/total.

Visits since Feb. 5, 2003.