Translation Is Just The Beginning…

…faith comes from what is heard, and what is heard comes through the message about Christ.
- Romans 10:17 (CSB)

Our Methodology

  • Men and women, working on a translation of the Bible in their own language. wooden table working on laptops and reading books in a room with a bookshelf and window.

    Drafting

    Local church members work together to translate Scripture into their language.

  • A woman in Africa, working hard into the night on a translation of the Bible. She uses a flashlight to illuminate her work.

    Exegetical Check

    Trained reviewers carefully examine the draft for accuracy, clarity, and faithfulness to the original text.

  • A man reading aloud from a newly-translated manuscript of the Bible, testing it for comprehension weaknesses. He is reading to a group of children and women sitting outdoors on colorful mats in a rural area.

    Community Review

    Church members read and respond to the translation to ensure it is natural, clear, and easy to understand.

  • Quality Validation

    Translation experts and consultants thoroughly evaluate the work to confirm high quality and maximum accuracy.

  • A Christian Church congregation in India consisting of women, and children gathered outdoors in front of a rustic building with a corrugated metal roof, posing for a group photo during daytime.

    Church Acceptance

    Local church leaders formally approve the translation and receive the first copies of the completed Scripture.

  • Two women, holding their own copies of the Bible, newly-printed in their own language.

    Distribution

    Printed, digital, and audio versions of the translation are made freely available to the community.

We believe the local Church is not just the beneficiary of translation—it is the engine of it.

Every translation effort serves the body of Christ and advances discipleship.

For the Church

Local believers take ownership of translation, evangelism, and discipleship.

By the Church

Churches from across the globe come alongside in love, prayer, and partnership.

With the Church

Integrity and Stewardship

Every dollar given and every verse translated is handled with prayer, transparency, and accountability. We publish annual ministry updates that include stories, photos, and updates from the field.

Join the movement.

Beyond Translation is not just an organization—it is a movement. Our translators and pastors around the globe are united by one purpose: to see the Bible in every heart language and the gospel in every heart.

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