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Maan Bible Translation
With the draft of God’s Word complete, your support will fund the vital team and consultant check process. Once finalized, the team will move forward with proofing and typesetting the final version.
Bible Translation
Country
- Liberia
Region
- West Africa
Language Population
341,000
God’s Word, Close to Home
“I believe that nothing – absolutely nothing – but faith and total trust in the atonement in Christ’s death and redeeming blood gives us right standing with God.” Mrs. Gbeoh, who heard the Gospel as a child and attended literacy classes as an adult, now serves as a reviewer for the Maan translation team. “I am proud to be part of such a noble task for my people and my church!”
For generations, the Maan people believed in a distant supreme god without knowing how to access Him. With Scripture in their heart language, they are discovering God’s promise to be near and accessible to His people. The Maan community is embracing this effort, advancing literacy alongside the translation, and preparing for the full Bible in their language.
Support the Maan in Translation’s Final Steps
Your financial gifts and prayers equip leaders in Liberia to finish translating the full Maan Bible, bringing God’s Word to life in their heart language.
The revised New Testament and newly translated Old Testament will reveal the truth of a loving and accessible God to a people searching for spiritual connection. Your support ensures Scripture will transform lives and nurture lasting faith.
Program Goals
- Complete final review of the typeset Maan Bible manuscript.
- Submit corrected files for production preparation.
- Continue communication with churches and community leaders as they prepare for Scripture use and literacy efforts.
Maan Bible Translation Plan
Step 1
Finalize the Maan Bible
- Support the final review of the Maan New Testament and Old Testament.
- Ensure the completed translation is accurate, clear, and meaningful for Maan-speaking communities.
Step 2
Prepare the Bible for Publication
- Complete the remaining proofing, formatting, and production work.
- Prepare the full Maan Bible for printing and distribution.
Step 3
Prepare for Scripture Use
- Encourage churches and community leaders as they prepare to receive the completed Bible.
- Help make God’s Word available for worship, Bible study, evangelism, Sunday schools, and literacy efforts.
Meet the Local Team
Team Members
• David Saye – Reviewer
• Joseph Wonder – Reviewer
• Kou Glay – Reviewer
• Mathew Gonpain – Reviewer
• Peter Teah – Reviewer
• Charles Luogan – Translator
• Mary Donkey – TranslatorTeam Members
• 4 Administrative Staff
• 1 CAP Officer
• 2 Consultants
Dr. Becky Grossmann
Becky currently serves as a Bible translation consultant for projects in Liberia and Sierra Leone, particularly for the Bandi, Dan and Maan people.
Partner Organizations
Honoring the Language
The Maan language has nine register and contour tones.
Maan speakers occupy the northeastern part of Liberia, known as Nimba County.
Many Maan speakers are farmers and petty traders.
Program Progress
With the translation work and major review stages largely complete, your support will help the Maan team finish final proofing, consultant review, typesetting, and preparation for publication.
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Help Bring Scripture to Life
Your donation helps translate God’s Word into the Maan language. Every gift makes a difference.