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Measuring Human Flourishing and Vernacular Scripture Impact

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Author: Dick Kroneman

Year: 2021

Track(s):
  • Scripture Engagement

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Abstract

Vernacular Bible translation arguably contributes to spiritual transformation and human flourishing. This paper explores the concepts of human flourishing and spiritual transformation, discusses models for measuring these variables in relation to vernacular Bible translation, and provides data from a remote community in Papua, Indonesia.

About the Author

SIL Global

Dick Kroneman serves as a senior translation consultant with SIL International. His current focus is on consulting for translation projects in Papua, Indonesia (in partnership with the mission of the Netherlands Reformed Congregations and with the GJRP church in Indonesia). He also teaches translation courses for consultants in training (MA-level).