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Rajah Kabungsuan

Rajah Kabungsuan Manobo, located in Southern Surigao del Sur, is a distinct group within the broader Manobo culture.

The term "Manobo" simply means "people" or "person," with alternate names like Manuvu or Minuvu. The Manobo people are concentrated in regions including Agusan, Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, Misamis Oriental, and Surigao del Sur. They typically establish their villages near small bodies of water, forest clearings, or on hillsides, with communities consisting of only 4-12 houses. The Rajah Kabungsuan dialects are divergent, and this remote village in Surigao del Sur, accessible mainly by motorcycles, continues to preserve its cultural traditions and is known for its hospitality towards guests.

Location:

Agusan del Sur

Classification:

Oral Bible Translation (OBT)

Oral Bible Translation (OBT) is a method of translating the Bible for cultures with strong oral traditions and limited access to written language. It involves transforming the biblical message from written form into oral expressions, such as storytelling, songs, dramas, and chants, preserving the integrity and theological accuracy of the original text while ensuring it resonates with the spoken traditions and cultural context of the target community.

Language Code:

mqk

Estimated number of speakers:

11,000

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