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Talacogon

Talacognon, named after the thriving cogon grass, is located in the Agusan basin of Agusan del Sur, in the northeastern part of Mindanao.

The indigenous people here were Christianized in the 18th century and have a rich agricultural heritage, cultivating fruits, crops, and the Palacata tree. They have maintained a modest economic status and are deeply rooted in the region's agricultural history.

Location:

Brgy. Labnig, Talacogon, 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:

msm-x-talacogon

Estimated number of speakers:

22,000

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