Church & Spiritual Terms

Weche mag Kanisa gi Roho

Essential spiritual and liturgical vocabulary of Ruwe Holy Ghost Church of East Africa, translated into sacred Dho-Roho.

10 Total Vocabulary Items
4-Way Cross Translation
Audio Spoken Phonetics
Translation Path: English / Kiswahili ➔ Dho-Luo Root ➔ Dho-Roho
Example: Cow / Ng'ombe ➔ Dhiang' ➔ Deog
God the Father
English God the Father
Kiswahili Mungu Baba
Dho-Luo Root Nyasaye
Dho-Roho Jong'oshu
Pronunciation: [Joh-ng-oh-shoo]

The Sovereign Almighty Creator, Lord of Heaven and Earth, to whom all worship and honor belong.

Holy Spirit
English Holy Spirit
Kiswahili Roho Mtakatifu
Dho-Luo Root Roho Maler
Dho-Roho Mpinzi Sorump
Pronunciation: [M-peen-zee Soh-room-p]

The Divine Counselor and driving power behind the Roho church, imparting spiritual revelation and healing.

Church / Sanctuary
English Church / Sanctuary
Kiswahili Kanisa
Dho-Luo Root Kanisa
Dho-Roho Chondeng'o
Pronunciation: [Choh-nd-eh-ng-oh]

The sanctuary where brethren gather in fellowship, holy worship, and spiritual songs.

Bishop / Overseer
English Bishop / Overseer
Kiswahili Askofu
Dho-Luo Root Jakwath
Dho-Roho Wochnjok
Pronunciation: [Woh-ch-njoh-k]

The spiritual shepherd leading dioceses, guiding pastors, and guarding the apostolic teachings.

Pastor / Teacher
English Pastor / Teacher
Kiswahili Mchungaji / Mwalimu
Dho-Luo Root Japuonj
Dho-Roho Wobaiw
Pronunciation: [Woh-bye-w]

Ordained minister who expounds the Word of God and shepherds the local congregation.

Prayer
English Prayer
Kiswahili Maombi
Dho-Luo Root Lamo
Dho-Roho Rosi
Pronunciation: [Roh-see]

Heartfelt communion with God through supplication, praise, intercession, and thanksgiving.

Hymn / Song
English Hymn / Song
Kiswahili Wimbo
Dho-Luo Root Wer
Dho-Roho Njump
Pronunciation: [N-joo-m-p]

Sacred melodies and spiritual canticles sung in church devotion and worship processions.

Holy Bible / Scriptures
English Holy Bible / Scriptures
Kiswahili Biblia Takatifu
Dho-Luo Root Muma Maler
Dho-Roho Saso Sorump
Pronunciation: [Sah-soh Soh-room-p]

The sacred inspired scriptures serving as the ultimate standard of faith and righteous conduct.

Sabbath
English Sabbath
Kiswahili Sabato
Dho-Luo Root Sabato
Dho-Roho Ng'opovi
Pronunciation: [Ng-oh-poh-vee]

The holy day of rest, spiritual assembly, and devotion set apart for God's glory.

Peace
English Peace
Kiswahili Amani
Dho-Luo Root Kwe
Dho-Roho Chnju
Pronunciation: [Ch-njoo]

The transcendent peace of Christ that passes all understanding, greeting every believer.