Urdu O. V. Holy BiblePID: 8122102239 | OOC: 700535065559Product FeaturesTitle: Urdu O. V. Holy BibleBinding: Hardcover, Black with Red EdgesEdition: 2014 (Revised Old Version Text)Publisher: The Bible Society of IndiaLanguage: Urdu (Persian script)Pages: Not specifiedOverviewThe Urdu O. V. Holy Bible is a beautifully bound hardcover edition featuring the Old Version (O.V.) Text, revised for clarity and ease of understanding by the Indian Bible Society. This Bible, with its elegant black cover and red edges, is perfect for personal study, devotion, and church use. The Urdu language, written in Persian script, makes this a cherished spiritual resource for Urdu-speaking communities in India and beyond.This Bible provides a faithful and readable translation of the Old Version for modern readers, ensuring that the rich traditions of biblical wisdom are accessible to a new generation. Ideal for those who seek a deep connection with their faith through the Urdu language.Urdu (/rdu/; Urdu: ALA-LC: Urd [rdu](listen), or Modern Standard Urdu) is a Persianised and standardised register language of the Hindustani language. It is the official national language and lingua franca of Pakistan. In India, it is one of the 22 official languages recognized in the Constitution of India, having official status in the six states of Jammu and Kashmir, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal as well as Delhi.Apart from specialized vocabulary, Urdu is mutually intelligible with Standard Hindi, another recognized register of Hindustani. The Urdu variant of Hindustani received recognition and patronage under British rule when the British replaced the local official languages with English and Hindustani written in Nastalq script, as the official language in North and Northwestern India. Religious, social, and political factors pushed for a distinction between Urdu and Hindi in India, leading to the HindiUrdu controversy.Interesting FactsRevised Edition: This version presents the classic Old Version (O.V.) Text in a revised format, making it more readable while preserving its traditional structure.Cultural Significance: Urdu, a widely spoken language in South Asia, is known for its poetic and expressive quality. This Bible in Urdu beautifully aligns with the language’s natural flow.Ideal for Study: The hardcover design with red edges ensures durability, making it suitable for both personal use and gifting.Community Reach: With this edition, the Bible Society of India continues its mission to provide the Word of God in languages accessible to diverse communities, helping them grow in their faith.PublishersThe Bible Society of India : : : 2014 ( ): : ( ): (O.V.) (O.V.) : : : : UrduUrdu in Nastalq scriptPronunciation[rdu](listen)RegionPakistan, India[1]EthnicityHindustani people and MuhajirsNative speakers65 million in India(2007)[2] Second language: 94 million in Pakistan (1999).[3]Language familyIndo-EuropeanIndo-IranianIndo-AryanCentral Zone (Hindi)Western HindiHindustani[4]Khariboli[4]UrduWriting systemUrdu alphabetUrdu BrailleSigned formsIndian Signing System (ISS)[5]Signed Urdu[6]Official statusOfficial languageinPakistanIndia[show]Recognised minority languageinMauritius[7]Nepal[7]Regulated&nbs